Do not be afraid, for I am with you
Here is a short verse—only nine words. You can easily memorize it!
“Do not be afraid, for I am with you.” (Isaiah 43:5)
Two important truths to remember from this passage
“Do not be afraid.” This is not a suggestion—it is a command.
“For I am with you.” This is a promise to trust and rest in.
God tells us 365 times in the Bible not to fear—one for each day of the year! That means you are not to fear—ever. Remember, God will never command you to do something without also giving you the ability to obey. To recognize and resist fear is a matter of self-control. And self-control is a fruit of the Holy Spirit (see Galatians 5). You can control your response to fear!
Here are just three of the many verses that remind us of God’s answer to fear:
“For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power and of love and of a sound mind.” (2 Tim. 1:7 NKJV)
“Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God; I will strengthen you, I will help you, I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.” (Isa. 41:10 ESV)
“Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God.” (Phil. 4:6 ESV)
Therefore
When fear knocks on the door of your heart, answer with faith in God’s presence and promises. Remind yourself daily: I will not fear, for the Lord is with me.
“Never will I leave you; never will I forsake you.” (Heb. 13:5)