In hundreds of verses the people of God are instructed not to fear. The reason for this is usually given straight afterwards - because God is with us. It is the presence of God - an awareness that He is always present with us, always helping us, always loving us that removes fear.
However, the fantastic news is that God always meets us where we are. So if we still feel afraid in spite of these promises God will still help - He knows us inside out and will give us all the encouragement we need to do His will.
Judges 7:9-11 NIV
During that night the Lord said to Gideon, “Get up, go down against the camp, because I am going to give it into your hands. If you are afraid to attack, go down to the camp with your servant Purah and listen to what they are saying. Afterward, you will be encouraged to attack the camp.” So he and Purah his servant went down to the outposts of the camp.
Gideon needed an extra help to remove fear. God knew and met Him where He was. All this is available to us as well as we are honest with Him and tell Him what we need. So whatever we are sensing God's purpose for our lives is, there is no need to fear. He is with us in everything He calls us to do and will provide the encouragement to conquer all of our fears.
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