You fear what lies ahead. Why? I am here with you now, and I am with you always. How do you know? The sky, air, light, and creatures mirror my presence.
I formed all of these and surround you every day, calling out to you. Yes, I can manage your cares. Bring them to me. Allow me to help you. Name them and talk with me about each one. Follow me no matter how hard your trials. I love you, and I will lead you through all of them. I will set your feet upon a rock. Let me lift you out of the slimy pit. I will put a new song in your heart. Trust me.
Fear reliever #1: Morning prayer
Rise with me each morning. Lay each day in my keep. Allow me to protect you. Permit me to light your path. I know what lies in darkness. Light dwells with me. Step into my presence and watch your anxiety melt away. Lay any burden on me. Let me carry it. I take care of each worry. I will counsel and hold you. Simply share your concerns with me, because I have the wisdom and power to overcome them.
Fear reliever #2: Powerful presence
Do not believe I am absent from your world. I am not far. I didn’t bring you into this world to abandon you. Remember this: I brought you here to flourish in all seasons of life. I love you with an everlasting love. How do you know? I knew the consequences of free will before I chose to exercise it. So, there is evil in the world as well as goodness. You are angry about this? Come talk to me about it. Despite evil and suffering, I am near and will help if you let me. There is a way through all of the sorrow and the loss if you let me help you.
Fear reliever #3: Future promise
As you blossom and grow toward your dreams, share them with me. Your future is a beautiful garden, and I want to see your gifts bless the world. Let me shine on your work. Let me water your relationships. Let me spread your influence to make the world a kingdom of peace, love, and light. Your future is secure. Trust me, and I will show you the way. Listen to me, and I will tell you how.
“But now, this is what the Lord says…’Do not fear, for I have redeemed you; I have summoned you by name; you are mine. When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and when you pass through the rivers, they will not sweep over you. When you walk through the fire, you will not be burned; the flames will not set you ablaze. For I am the Lord your God…your Savior.'” Isaiah 43