July 1, 2012

What are most afraid of? What is your greatest fear? What do you worry about constantly? Fear is a powerful emotion and one that acts unconsciously affecting how you live. Fear may be active without you being aware of it, clouding your decisions and affecting your moods.

Fear defined means an uncomfortable feeling caused by the belief that a situation is dangerous, can cause pain or is threatening. Fear can cause a feeling of dread and anxiety that can be real or imagined but can continue to affect how we think and feel and therefore, how we act.

Fear causes us to avoid situations because of our feelings of apprehension. These feelings are just too uncomfortable for us and many of us will do anything we can to avoid them. 

I would like to suggest that we look to our faith in God when life is uncertain and challenges us. Our faith is what we need to draw on when life gets tough and uncomfortable. It is through painful and difficult experiences that we can learn about ourselves and grow as a person. We learn more about others and ourselves through trials, defeat and tragedy. Yet, we develop courage, build character and increase our compassion for others.

Don’t allow fear to influence how you live and instead, let your faith in God empower you and guide you where you need to be. Remember, that all things happen for good of those that love the Lord. Have peace in knowing that you aren't alone and direct your fearful energy towards your blessings.