what does the bible say about having fear?
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Isaiah 43:1 “Don't fear, for I have redeemed you; I have called you by name; you are Mine.” God actually commands us not to fear, or worry. The phrase “fear not” is used at least 80 times in the Bible, most likely because He knows the enemy uses fear to decrease our hope and limit our victories.
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Proverbs 3:25-26 KJV Be not afraid of sudden fear, neither of the desolation of the wicked, when it cometh. For the Lord shall be thy confidence, and shall keep thy foot from being taken.
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Philippians 4:6-7 do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.
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As nouns the difference between faith and fear is that faith is a feeling, conviction, or belief that something is true or real, not contingent upon reason or justification while fear is (lb) a strong, uncontrollable, unpleasant emotion caused by actual or perceived danger or threat.
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“There is no fear in love, but perfect love casts out fear. For fear has to do with punishment, and whoever fears has not been perfected in love. ... Do not fear or be in dread of them, for it is the Lord your God who goes with you. He will not leave you or forsake you.”
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Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the LORD your God will be with you wherever you go.” ... Matthew 6:34 Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own.
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Fear refers to respect, reverence and trust. Afraid is used when you don't respect, reverence, and trust but when you worry something. In this case they're the same in meaning, but the difference lies in "fear", which has meanings that cannot apply to "am afraid".
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Proverbs 19:23 The fear of the LORD leads to life; then one rests content, untouched by trouble.
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['2 Corinthians 4:16-18. So we do not lose heart. ... ', '1 Peter 5:7. Casting all your anxieties on him, because he cares for you.', '1 Corinthians 15:58. Therefore, my beloved brothers, be steadfast, immovable, always abounding in the work of the LORD, knowing that in the LORD your labor is not in vain.', '1 Corinthians 16:13-14.']
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Fear can be crippling, controlling and overwhelming. If we let Him, God can take those fears away.
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Do not be afraid or terrified because of them, for the LORD your God goes with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you. ... God is with us. He will never leave us, forsake us, forget about us, or turn His back on us.
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In Proverbs 15:33, the fear of the Lord is described as the "discipline" or "instruction" of wisdom. ... It is a fear that comes forth out of love for the Lord.
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['1 Corinthians 13:4-8. And now these three remain: faith, hope and love. ... ', '1 Corinthians 16:14. Be completely humble and gentle; be patient, bearing with one another in love.', '1 Peter 4:8. There is no fear in love. ... ', '1 John 4: 18-19. ... ', '1 John 4:8.']
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The specific passage is Philippians 4:6-7 (New International Version), which states: Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God.
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Do not be wise in your own eyes; fear the LORD and shun evil. This will bring health to your body and nourishment to your bones” (Proverbs 3:5-8). “…the Spirit helps us in our weakness. We do not know what we ought to pray for, but the Spirit himself intercedes for us with groans that words cannot express.
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2 Timothy 1:7 - For God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind - Scripture Frame - Bible Verse. ... mind.
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fear. (n.) A painful emotion or passion excited by the expectation of evil, or the apprehension of impending danger; apprehension; anxiety; solicitude; alarm; dread. (n.)