"I praise God for what He has promised. I trust in God so WHY SHOULD I BE AFRAID? What can mere mortals do to me?
What are you afraid of? Some people are so afraid to die that they never really live. Some people are afraid to drive on the freeway, or fly a plane, or go to certain neighborhoods, because of the possible danger. This is a true test of how much you trust and believe God and His Word. If you are saved and assured of your salvation then you should be praising God for what He has promised you. Mere mortals can do nothing permanent to you. God will save you and give you new and eternal life. Knowing this in your heart, WHY SHOULD I BE AFRAID!
This is the "good news" that believer's know and trust. They have received the free gift of eternal life and know that to be absent from their body is to be present with the Lord. That is why we praise God. He has promised to deliver us from death and give us new and eternal life. With these truths in mind every believer needs to ask themselves why should we be afraid of anything or anyone. Mere mortals can only effect our earthly bodies and have no control over our eternal souls.
Are you sure of your eternal destination? If you are not sure, then you should be afraid. That sickening feeling in the pit of your stomach is to warn you of the impending danger for your soul. There are severe consequences to not accepting and trusting in God. His promises do not belong to those who reject Him. How can you overcome your fears? You must come to know, fear and love the Lord Jesus Christ. You can do that right now. Ask the Lord to come into your heart and dwell with you. He will give you a new life and a new eternal soul that will join with Him. Do not be afraid anymore. You too can then tell others, WHY SHOULD I BE AFRAID?
