Your Fear Is Costing You Everything

Your Fear Is Costing You Everything | Facing East - Fri. Mar. 14, 2025

Today’s Readings:
Old Testament Reading 1: Isaiah 7:1-15
Old Testament Reading 2: Genesis 5:32–6:8
Old Testament Reading 3: Proverbs 6:20–7:1

Faith or Fear: Trusting God's Promises in a Time of Crisis

In Isaiah 7:1-15, King Ahaz faces a political crisis as Syria and Israel threaten Judah. Isaiah encourages him not to fear but to trust in God's promise of deliverance. Despite this reassurance, Ahaz struggles to fully believe. The prophecy of a virgin bearing a son named Immanuel—"God with us"—signifies that God's presence is the ultimate source of security.

Genesis 5:32–6:8 reflects humanity's moral decay and God's grief over creation's corruption. While mankind spirals into wickedness, Noah stands apart as a beacon of righteousness, finding favor with God amid the darkness.

Proverbs 6:20–7:1 reminds us that divine guidance and moral instruction are like a lamp, providing clarity and protection from temptation. Trusting this guidance leads to safety, while rejecting it invites disaster.

Together, these readings contrast fear and faith, highlighting that God’s presence is constant—even when circumstances appear dire. Fear leads to rash decisions and despair, but faith in God's promises opens the door to peace and deliverance.

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