Safety - 365 Questions for a Woman's Soul
safety - I often feel afraid that something will happen to my loved ones. Is it wrong to worry about their safety? The LORD is good, a strong refuge when trouble comes. He is close to those who trust in him. Nahum 1:7 He will feed his flock like a shepherd. He will carry the lambs in his arms, holding them close to his heart. He will gently lead the mother sheep with their young. Isaiah 40:11 If God cares so wonderfully for wildflowers that are here today and thrown into the fire tomorrow, he will certainly care for you. Why do you have so little faith? Matthew 6:30 Such love has no fear, because perfect love expels all fear. 1 John 4:18 WHEN WE LOVE PEOPLE deeply, our fears for them can run just as deep. But fear is never from God; it is a tactic Satan uses to hurt us. Fear tries to break our relationships, our hearts, our hope, and our connection to God. But the only thing greater than the power of fear is the power of love. And the Bible describes God’s love for his people as perfect and able to expel all fear. So when fear for another’s safety grips your heart, use it as a reminder to pray. The power of prayer leads us to experience the power of God’s love. When we meditate on how much God loves us and our loved ones, our worries over their safety lose their power. Lord, I often worry about the safety of . . . When I feel afraid, I meditate on these truths from your Word: . . .Prayer Prompts
