fear Archives - RevivedLife.com https://revivedlife.com/tag/fear/ Spreading the Gospel of Grace and encouraging Bible Study, Rightly-Divided Wed, 07 Mar 2018 23:50:28 +0000 en-US hourly 1 130276281 πŸ‘‘ Burning Our Ships https://revivedlife.com/burning-our-ships/ https://revivedlife.com/burning-our-ships/#respond Sun, 28 Feb 2016 20:20:01 +0000 http://revivedlife.com/?p=3671 Infamous conquistador HernΓ‘n CortΓ©s is well known for his brutality when conquering and claiming the Aztec lands for Spain. He will forever go down in the annals of history as a conqueror that nearly wiped out an entire civilization in his day, but there is one saving act of … ➑

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]]> Infamous conquistador HernΓ‘n CortΓ©s is well known for his brutality when conquering and claiming the Aztec lands for Spain. He will forever go down in the annals of history as a conqueror that nearly wiped out an entire civilization in his day, but there is one saving act of … ➑

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]]> https://revivedlife.com/burning-our-ships/feed/ 0 3671 πŸ‘‘ A Strong And Focused Sense Of Future https://revivedlife.com/a-strong-and-focused-sense-of-future/ https://revivedlife.com/a-strong-and-focused-sense-of-future/#comments Tue, 28 Sep 2010 02:40:53 +0000 http://revivedlife.com/blog/?p=447 “The way we conceive the future sculpts the present, gives contour and tone to nearly every action and thought through the day. If our sense of future is weak, we live listlessly.

The Christian faith has always been characterized by a strong and focused sense of future, with belief … ➑

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]]> “The way we conceive the future sculpts the present, gives contour and tone to nearly every action and thought through the day. If our sense of future is weak, we live listlessly.

The Christian faith has always been characterized by a strong and focused sense of future, with belief … ➑

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]]> https://revivedlife.com/a-strong-and-focused-sense-of-future/feed/ 2 447 πŸ‘‘ Spiritual Cruise Control https://revivedlife.com/spiritual-cruise-control/ https://revivedlife.com/spiritual-cruise-control/#respond Sat, 11 Sep 2010 18:56:28 +0000 http://revivedlife.com/blog/?p=430 Hebrews 10:22-25:

“So let’s do itβ€”full of belief, confident that we’re presentable inside and out. Let’s keep a firm grip on the promises that keep us going. He always keeps his word. Let’s see how inventive we can be in encouraging love and helping out, not avoiding worshiping together

… ➑

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]]> Hebrews 10:22-25:

“So let’s do itβ€”full of belief, confident that we’re presentable inside and out. Let’s keep a firm grip on the promises that keep us going. He always keeps his word. Let’s see how inventive we can be in encouraging love and helping out, not avoiding worshiping together

… ➑

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]]> https://revivedlife.com/spiritual-cruise-control/feed/ 0 430 πŸ‘‘ Complaining And Disputing https://revivedlife.com/complaining-and-disputing/ https://revivedlife.com/complaining-and-disputing/#comments Mon, 28 Jun 2010 20:13:34 +0000 http://revivedlife.com/blog/?p=360 Paul shows us that complaining actually gives place to the enemy in our lives because he thrives in an atmosphere of complaining. The Bible also shows us that we as believers should focus and meditate on the “good” and “praiseworthy” (Philippians 4:8). Complaining, called murmuring in the King James, … ➑

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]]> Paul shows us that complaining actually gives place to the enemy in our lives because he thrives in an atmosphere of complaining. The Bible also shows us that we as believers should focus and meditate on the “good” and “praiseworthy” (Philippians 4:8). Complaining, called murmuring in the King James, … ➑

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]]> https://revivedlife.com/complaining-and-disputing/feed/ 1 360 πŸ‘‘ Freedom From Lust And Sexual Immorality https://revivedlife.com/freedom-from-lust-and-sexual-immorality/ https://revivedlife.com/freedom-from-lust-and-sexual-immorality/#comments Mon, 14 Jun 2010 20:38:20 +0000 http://revivedlife.com/blog/?p=355 If we know in our minds that it is against our core beliefs to entertain thoughts of lust and sexual immorality … yet we continue to allow access … we can begin to develop a “covered” relationship with God.

We are instructed many, many times in the word that … ➑

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]]> If we know in our minds that it is against our core beliefs to entertain thoughts of lust and sexual immorality … yet we continue to allow access … we can begin to develop a “covered” relationship with God.

We are instructed many, many times in the word that … ➑

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]]> https://revivedlife.com/freedom-from-lust-and-sexual-immorality/feed/ 1 355 πŸ‘‘ Finding Peace In The Battle https://revivedlife.com/finding-peace-in-the-battle/ https://revivedlife.com/finding-peace-in-the-battle/#comments Sat, 10 Apr 2010 06:45:00 +0000 http://revivedlife.com/blog/?p=322 Imagine you’re in a battle, surrounded by hatred, violence and every type of evil imaginable. You’ve been in this battle for years, you’re in it now and there’s no end in site. All the sudden (in the middle of the battlefield), 20′ tall angels appear to surround you along … ➑

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]]> Imagine you’re in a battle, surrounded by hatred, violence and every type of evil imaginable. You’ve been in this battle for years, you’re in it now and there’s no end in site. All the sudden (in the middle of the battlefield), 20′ tall angels appear to surround you along … ➑

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]]> https://revivedlife.com/finding-peace-in-the-battle/feed/ 2 322 πŸ’πŸ™πŸ½ Prayer To Restore Our Marriage https://revivedlife.com/prayer-to-restore-marriages/ https://revivedlife.com/prayer-to-restore-marriages/#comments Fri, 05 Mar 2010 04:00:42 +0000 http://revivedlife.com/blog/?p=294 Heavenly Father,

I praise You that You are always in control and I pray that You will show us the power of prayer. Father please breathe hope into our marriage, showing us and speaking to us that You can heal, restore and rebuild our covenant before You. Lord, we … ➑

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]]> Heavenly Father,

I praise You that You are always in control and I pray that You will show us the power of prayer. Father please breathe hope into our marriage, showing us and speaking to us that You can heal, restore and rebuild our covenant before You. Lord, we … ➑

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]]> https://revivedlife.com/prayer-to-restore-marriages/feed/ 2 294 πŸ‘‘ Living And Loving Without Fear https://revivedlife.com/living-and-loving-without-fear/ https://revivedlife.com/living-and-loving-without-fear/#comments Sat, 30 Jan 2010 20:11:05 +0000 http://revivedlife.com/blog/?p=253 Fearless love means that your heart is hidden and sacred. Acquiring and sustaining a love for God and wrapping yourself in His mercy is a deeply profound feeling … one which encompasses you and encourages you on a daily basis to displace self-righteousness with unwavering humility.

Love is being … ➑

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]]> Fearless love means that your heart is hidden and sacred. Acquiring and sustaining a love for God and wrapping yourself in His mercy is a deeply profound feeling … one which encompasses you and encourages you on a daily basis to displace self-righteousness with unwavering humility.

Love is being … ➑

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]]> https://revivedlife.com/living-and-loving-without-fear/feed/ 4 253 πŸ‘‘ God’s Open Doors https://revivedlife.com/gods-open-doors/ https://revivedlife.com/gods-open-doors/#comments Fri, 22 Jan 2010 19:48:38 +0000 http://revivedlife.com/blog/?p=242 Revelation 3:8:

“I know your works. See, I have set before you an open door, and no one can shut it; for you have a little strength, have kept My word, and have not denied My name.”

God opens doors in our lives for various reasons. There can be … ➑

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]]> Revelation 3:8:

“I know your works. See, I have set before you an open door, and no one can shut it; for you have a little strength, have kept My word, and have not denied My name.”

God opens doors in our lives for various reasons. There can be … ➑

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]]> https://revivedlife.com/gods-open-doors/feed/ 5 242 πŸ‘‘ Finding Joy When A Loved One Passes On https://revivedlife.com/an-opportunity-for-joy-when-a-loved-one-passes/ https://revivedlife.com/an-opportunity-for-joy-when-a-loved-one-passes/#respond Wed, 13 Jan 2010 18:19:50 +0000 http://revivedlife.com/blog/?p=237 The passing of a loved one is often a devastating and life-altering event.Β  It conjures emotions from deep within that often prompts thoughts such as “It’s not supposed to be like this … One minute my life was ‘normal’ and it has now become unbearable …”Β  As this new … ➑

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]]> The passing of a loved one is often a devastating and life-altering event.Β  It conjures emotions from deep within that often prompts thoughts such as “It’s not supposed to be like this … One minute my life was ‘normal’ and it has now become unbearable …”Β  As this new … ➑

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]]> https://revivedlife.com/an-opportunity-for-joy-when-a-loved-one-passes/feed/ 0 237 πŸ™πŸ½ Prayer For Peace Of Mind https://revivedlife.com/prayer-for-peace-of-mind/ https://revivedlife.com/prayer-for-peace-of-mind/#comments Fri, 18 Dec 2009 18:24:45 +0000 http://revivedlife.com/blog/?p=224 Heavenly Father,

My desire is to have a deeper sense of Your peace in me today. Take away all fear, doubt, and concern from my heart and replace it with the peace that only You can give. Thank You that Your peace will guard my mind so that I … ➑

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]]> Heavenly Father,

My desire is to have a deeper sense of Your peace in me today. Take away all fear, doubt, and concern from my heart and replace it with the peace that only You can give. Thank You that Your peace will guard my mind so that I … ➑

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]]> https://revivedlife.com/prayer-for-peace-of-mind/feed/ 5 224 πŸŽ„πŸ’ Celebrating Christmas After A Divorce https://revivedlife.com/celebrating-christmas-after-a-divorce/ https://revivedlife.com/celebrating-christmas-after-a-divorce/#respond Mon, 14 Dec 2009 17:31:17 +0000 http://revivedlife.com/blog/?p=209 The holidays can be stressful. There are more activities to attend and more responsibilities to take care of and, as a result, emotions tend to heighten. Holidays after a major family change are even more intense as everyone anticipates what the transition will look and feel like. Your children … ➑

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]]> The holidays can be stressful. There are more activities to attend and more responsibilities to take care of and, as a result, emotions tend to heighten. Holidays after a major family change are even more intense as everyone anticipates what the transition will look and feel like. Your children … ➑

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]]> https://revivedlife.com/celebrating-christmas-after-a-divorce/feed/ 0 209 πŸ‘‘ Alcohol And Moderation https://revivedlife.com/alcohol-and-moderation/ https://revivedlife.com/alcohol-and-moderation/#respond Sun, 06 Dec 2009 12:21:23 +0000 http://revivedlife.com/blog/?p=186 Is the drinking of wine and other alcohol sinful pleasure, or a healthful life-improving habit? We saw that Christ approved of drinking wine. His actions and words set the example by which Christians are to live their lives.

Ecclesiastes 9:7 states β€œDrink your wine with a merry heart.” Psalm … ➑

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]]> Is the drinking of wine and other alcohol sinful pleasure, or a healthful life-improving habit? We saw that Christ approved of drinking wine. His actions and words set the example by which Christians are to live their lives.

Ecclesiastes 9:7 states β€œDrink your wine with a merry heart.” Psalm … ➑

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]]> https://revivedlife.com/alcohol-and-moderation/feed/ 0 186 πŸ‘‘ Living Transparently https://revivedlife.com/living-transparently/ https://revivedlife.com/living-transparently/#comments Thu, 03 Dec 2009 21:39:57 +0000 http://revivedlife.com/blog/?p=164 Early for a lunch appointment, I was enjoying the quietness of my commute despite the bumper-to-bumper traffic. Suddenly, the ringing of my cell phone broke the silence. I answered it and heard my mother’s voice say, β€œI’ve been waving to you for the past 5 minutes! You must be … ➑

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]]> Early for a lunch appointment, I was enjoying the quietness of my commute despite the bumper-to-bumper traffic. Suddenly, the ringing of my cell phone broke the silence. I answered it and heard my mother’s voice say, β€œI’ve been waving to you for the past 5 minutes! You must be … ➑

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]]> https://revivedlife.com/living-transparently/feed/ 2 164 πŸ™πŸ½ Prayer For Healing https://revivedlife.com/prayer-for-healing/ https://revivedlife.com/prayer-for-healing/#respond Thu, 03 Dec 2009 21:27:26 +0000 http://revivedlife.com/blog/?p=156 Heavenly Father,

Divine Physician and Healer of the Sick, we turn to You in this time of affliction. As we place our sick under Your care, we humbly ask that You restore Your servant to health again. Giver of life and health, please comfort and relieve Your sick servant, … ➑

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]]> Heavenly Father,

Divine Physician and Healer of the Sick, we turn to You in this time of affliction. As we place our sick under Your care, we humbly ask that You restore Your servant to health again. Giver of life and health, please comfort and relieve Your sick servant, … ➑

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]]> https://revivedlife.com/prayer-for-healing/feed/ 0 156 πŸ‘‘ A Father’s Love Letter https://revivedlife.com/a-fathers-love-letter/ https://revivedlife.com/a-fathers-love-letter/#respond Fri, 27 Nov 2009 09:22:43 +0000 http://revivedlife.com/blog/?p=142 My Child,

You may not know me, but I know everything about you (Psalm 139:1). I am familiar with all your ways (Psalm 139:3). Even the very hairs on your head are numbered (Matthew 10:29-31). For you were made in my image (Genesis 1:27). In me, you live and … ➑

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]]> My Child,

You may not know me, but I know everything about you (Psalm 139:1). I am familiar with all your ways (Psalm 139:3). Even the very hairs on your head are numbered (Matthew 10:29-31). For you were made in my image (Genesis 1:27). In me, you live and … ➑

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]]> https://revivedlife.com/a-fathers-love-letter/feed/ 0 142 πŸ™πŸ½ Prayer For Pure Thoughts https://revivedlife.com/prayer-for-pure-thoughts/ https://revivedlife.com/prayer-for-pure-thoughts/#comments Mon, 23 Nov 2009 10:11:12 +0000 http://revivedlife.com/blog/?p=146 Heavenly Father,

Lord, please help me to discern the lies of the enemy so that I do not give any credence to thoughts that are not in alignment with Your truth. Help me to examine my thoughts in light of Your Word at all times. In Psalm 26:2, we … ➑

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]]> Heavenly Father,

Lord, please help me to discern the lies of the enemy so that I do not give any credence to thoughts that are not in alignment with Your truth. Help me to examine my thoughts in light of Your Word at all times. In Psalm 26:2, we … ➑

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]]> https://revivedlife.com/prayer-for-pure-thoughts/feed/ 1 146 πŸ’‘πŸ‘‘ A Life Conformed Or A Life Transformed? https://revivedlife.com/a-life-conformed-or-a-life-transformed/ https://revivedlife.com/a-life-conformed-or-a-life-transformed/#comments Thu, 19 Nov 2009 12:32:18 +0000 http://revivedlife.com/blog/?p=1 Early in my walk, I met with a local minister seeking understanding and guidance throughout a difficult time of my life. At this point, I had met or conversed with several other ministers, pastor counselors and individuals … all of whom offered their sincerest insights, advice, analogies and blessings. … ➑

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]]> Early in my walk, I met with a local minister seeking understanding and guidance throughout a difficult time of my life. At this point, I had met or conversed with several other ministers, pastor counselors and individuals … all of whom offered their sincerest insights, advice, analogies and blessings. … ➑

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]]> https://revivedlife.com/a-life-conformed-or-a-life-transformed/feed/ 2 1 πŸ‘‘ Discerning God Timing https://revivedlife.com/discerning-god-timing/ https://revivedlife.com/discerning-god-timing/#respond Tue, 17 Nov 2009 19:24:41 +0000 http://revivedlife.com/blog/?p=43 The Christian life is not one of passivity.Β  Instead, it’s a life that is sought after with passion and perseverance. A life that will bring spiritual winters but will inevitably bring seasons flooded with optimism, harmony and balance.

The waiting can be painstaking but, if we’re in tune with … ➑

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]]> The Christian life is not one of passivity.Β  Instead, it’s a life that is sought after with passion and perseverance. A life that will bring spiritual winters but will inevitably bring seasons flooded with optimism, harmony and balance.

The waiting can be painstaking but, if we’re in tune with … ➑

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]]> https://revivedlife.com/discerning-god-timing/feed/ 0 43 πŸ‘‘ Fears And Anxieties Over Unfulfilled Dreams https://revivedlife.com/fears-and-anxieties-over-unfulfilled-dreams/ https://revivedlife.com/fears-and-anxieties-over-unfulfilled-dreams/#respond Sun, 15 Nov 2009 23:21:23 +0000 http://revivedlife.com/blog/?p=219 I’ve endured my share of fears concerning jobs and how big dreams were slipping away, becoming less and less attainable. I’ve found however that when I became genuinely honest with myself, I acknowledged that I wasn’t trusting God’s Word. I recall a while back reading the following verse from … ➑

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]]> I’ve endured my share of fears concerning jobs and how big dreams were slipping away, becoming less and less attainable. I’ve found however that when I became genuinely honest with myself, I acknowledged that I wasn’t trusting God’s Word. I recall a while back reading the following verse from … ➑

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