We live in a world of fear - fear of terrorism, inadequacy, disease, financial insecurity, and the unknown. Paul in prison writes to help and encourage Timothy about fear. There is no fear in God, He has given us power, love and a sound mind. Fear here means I have an awesome reverence and respect for God's awesome Power. I don’t want to do things my way, I want to do it His way because His way results in Power.
True power comes from outside of self and it comes from turning self over to God. Not what I can do; but, what God can do through me. God has given us power to face everyday life and the Greek word for power here is "Dunamis"; it speaks of divine energy. God has given us the same power that raised Jesus from the dead to enable us to focus on our heavenly Father, not circumstances. When we waver or are apprehensive, it is because our focus is on ourselves and not the limitless power of God given to us.
God gave Jesus all the power and as long as you have the Holy Spirit in you, you carry this same power. This kind of power will destabilize any arrow the devil tries to throw at you and it carries you when your strength seem low. With the Spirit of power, you can never miss out on the joy of life.
Further Scripture Study: Matthew 28:18
Declare This: Dear Lord, thank You for the Holy Spirit who lives in me. I carry His Divine energy in me to do all I have to and to fulfill Your purpose in my life in Jesus name Amen.
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