Articles Tagged 'Afraid'

For over 30 years, Heartlight has shared articles to help people live for Jesus in everyday life. While we are no longer publishing new articles, this enduring collection features relevant pieces throughout the year to encourage faith, offer biblical perspective, and speak to real-world joys and struggles.

I Doubt It: I AM, Don't Be Afraid

Phil Ware continues his series called "I Doubt It" and this week focuses on Jesus coming to his closest followers through the storm when they were exhausted, afraid, and uncertain.

Maybe the goal in life is not to arrive at our goals, but to invite Jesus into the journey and let him get us where we need to be.

I Doubt it: Stepping Out of the Boat

Phil Ware reminds us that it is not the storm or our "little faith" that is the problem: it's losing sight of Jesus!

Jesus didn't give up on Peter and his 'little faith' and he won't give up on us!

An Overlooked Gem?

Phil Ware continues his reflections on his daily reading in the gospels, this time focused on Luke 8:1-3 and how this forgotten gem opens our eyes to the importance that women played in Jesus' ministry.

This seemingly innocuous transitional passage in the gospel of Luke is one of those hidden gems we often overlook!

There in the Deep End

Ron Rose writes about his daughter Julie from long ago and how she didn't want to swim in the deep end of the pool if her teacher wasn't there.

Yesterday, in practice, she was the only one who did it. Why was she so afraid today?

When I Am Afraid

Jordan Harrell reminds us of the comfort we find in the times of our darkness are tied to the amount of time we have sought to have a path to the Father when we are in the light.

I’m thankful for the way the Lord teaches me about his character through the pitter patter of those little feet.

Primal Fears

Phil Ware looks at Jesus and how he brings us victory over our worst fears as adults.

Instinctive? Maybe. Pervasive? Absolutely! Primal fears have plagued humanity for as long as we have told stories and laid awake at night... afraid!

I Doubt It: I AM, Don't Be Afraid

Phil Ware continues his series called "I Doubt It" and this week focuses on Jesus coming to his closest followers through the storm when they were exhausted, afraid, and uncertain.

Maybe the goal in life is not to arrive at our goals, but to invite Jesus into the journey and let him get us where we need to be.

I Doubt it: Stepping Out of the Boat

Phil Ware reminds us that it is not the storm or our "little faith" that is the problem: it's losing sight of Jesus!

Jesus didn't give up on Peter and his 'little faith' and he won't give up on us!

The Lord is Near: Promises

Phil Ware shares his second in a series focused on Jesus' promises to never leave us or forsake us.

Some promises matter more because of when they are made!

Warming Up to Love!

Phil Ware shares more of his recent trip to Fortaleza, Brazil with Compassion International and the Nerd Herd to visit Compassion sites, projects, children, and churches.

What does a little girl do when a stranger from far away shows up at school?

Do Not Be Afraid

Phillip Morrison shares very good information, spiritual and scriptural application, on the fear mongering happening because of Ebola.

What is there really to fear, but fear itself?

Ch-Ch-Ch-Changes

Tim Woodroof of Interim Ministry Partners shares the introductory article on changes facing the church today and comparing it to the early church we find in the book of Acts.

Do you feel as if our world has completely changed in its attitude toward faith?

Fearing God

There's a difference between fearing God and being afraid of God. One has to do with reverence; the other is a lack of love.

Should I be afraid of God?

Catch & Release: Fear

Phil Ware continues his series on Catch and Release as we seek to have the courage and boldness to share Jesus with others.

There are a lot of excuses, but they usually all boil down to fear!

What We Have Seen and Heard

Patrick Odum shares insights on sharing our faith in the public square using the reaction to Rick Warren's prayer at President Obama's inauguration.

What is the place of faith in the public square?

Focus on the Goal

Sarah Stirman talks about running and rolling her ankle and how it made her afraid to focus on the goal and see the sights.

Do you just keep your head down and focus on only what might be dangerous?

Sausage Over Souls

The healing of the madman and the reaction of the crowd remind us once again that people are often prejudiced against anything that costs them something even if it benefits other people.

Why in the world would anyone choose sausage over a life being changed?

Controlling Change or Changing Control

The world is changing and we lose control, but the real issue isn't controlling as it is yielding to the one in control.

What do you do when you can't control your life?

Beware of Befriending your Fears

Fear can keep us from many things, but mostly fear keeps us from life!

What is your fear keeping you from doing?

Do Not Be Afraid!

When you least expect it, don't be afraid, God is revealing a new plan for your life.

So what is there to fear on the eve a brand new year?

Conquering our Fears

Fear and faith are often enemies and fear is often addressed by the Bible and by Jesus -- let's not be afraid!

So how afraid are you?

That Long Awaited Snowfall

God is always there to see us through.

What makes you afraid?