No Fear

John 7: 1 After this, Jesus went around in Galilee, purposely staying away from Judea because the Jews there were waiting to take his life.

Jesus more than once stayed away from places of danger. He was wise enough to know that timing is critical. Today, as I read this passage of scripture a thought came to mind. Was Jesus scared? Fear is not a sin it is a human emotion and Jesus was human and fully God. Hebrews 2:17-18 says” For this reason he had to be made like his brothers in every way, in order that he might become a merciful and faithful high priest in service to God, and that he might make atonement for the sins of the people. Because he himself suffered when he was tempted, he is able to help those who are being tempted.”

This tells me that Jesus experienced fear just as we do; however, He did not allow it to dictate His next move. When God told Him to do something regardless of fear Jesus moved. Because of His dependence on God and not His human emotions we all benefit.

Fear is an emotion that we give way too much credit and power to. I thank God for this look into His life and how He knows what I deal with and will give me the strength to move beyond it.

Lord, You are awesome. Thank You for showing me how real and powerful You are. I pray that I will honor You and the sacrifice You made by going beyond my fears. Amen