Translations:DEV 06FN Selecting and Empowering Leaders/7/en

'What do you fear? Fear is common to all people. It is one of the effects that sin had on the original relationship man had with God. We are all impacted by various fears and suffer from the lack of peace it brings. Fear can motivate us to do bad things or to make bad decisions. Jesus reveals that His heart is gentle and humble (Matthew 11:29). He invites us into His presence, where we can experience His love for us that cast out fears (1 John 4:18). On the night of His betrayal and eve of his crucifixion Jesus said to his disciples, “Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.” (John 14:27). In light of who he is and what he has done for us we need to choose peace and courage despite of circumstances and “…not let our hearts be troubled…”. Faith is deciding to trust God and take obedient action despite our feelings of fear. Let His words to Israel be comfort you, “Don’t be afraid, for I am with you. Don’t be discouraged, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you. I will hold you up with my victorious right hand.” (Isaiah 41:10) '