04.07.24 "Be Not Afraid"

A common thing said by Jesus in the New Testament is “Be not afraid,” “Fear not," or some other derivation ."As soon as Jesus heard the word that was spoken, he saith unto the ruler of the synagogue, 'Be not afraid, only believe.'" (Bible.Mk.5.36) This same sentiment is reflected all throughout ACIM as well. "Do not be afraid, then, to look upon fear, for it cannot be seen." (OrEd.Tx.10.41)

While spirituality is rife with anti-fear messages, the ego world is always eager to instill fear in us every chance it gets. For years the "terror threat level" was announced over loudspeakers in all USA airports every few minutes. It was always “orange” (one level below the dreaded “red"), only occasionally “yellow” (yellow means caution”), and I never heard it announced to be “green.” I wonder what we were supposed to do if it was actually “red,” probably hit the floor on our stomach with arms and legs spread!

We are told by the WHO is only a matter of time before we are hit with the next pandemic from virus “X.” What an ingenious fear mongering idea this is. There is no virus “X.” Virus “X” is a placeholder virus for the next deadly pathogen that the experts just know is around the corner and coming soon. Fear is used by the government and trans-national entities (like the WHO) to control the population and take away our liberties.

There is a great saying by Benjamin Franklin, “Those who would give up essential Liberty, to purchase a little temporary Safety, deserve neither Liberty nor Safety.” I have spoken many times about not using the societal colloquialism “Stay safe” when parting company with someone. It assumes a dangerous world full of fearful possibilities. Remember ACIM tells us, "I am in danger nowhere in the world." (OrEd.WkBk.244). If I am nowhere in danger, staying safe becomes meaningless.

Join Rev. Tony this Sunday as we again explore how to rise above fear, wherever it seems to appear, so that we can be the miracle workers we were intended to be. It’s not something for the future. It’s for now!

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