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Wednesday, February 22, 2012

Fear Buster #7 - Healing

There times when I experience emotional and physical pain during the day. These experiences can be fleeting moments or they can linger. I pay attention to my body when it lets me know something is wrong. I take a stand against fear in these situations. In the past, I would allow fear to generate more emotional pain. Fear creates more tension and therefore increases my physical pain. I honor my pain as I turn to God for healing. As I breathe in, I begin to feel relaxed and refreshed. I focus on each part of my body and allow all tension to evaporate. I completely trust in God’s healing power of love. I celebrate feeling alive and free from pain.

He grew strong in his faith as he gave glory to God, being fully convinced that God was able to do what he had promised. - Romans 4:20-21

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Saturday, February 18, 2012

Fear Buster #6 - Joy

Challenges in life can wear me down. I may become tired spiritually, emotionally, physically, and mentally. When this happens I lose my gratitude and joy. They are replaced by fear and anxiousness. Life becomes burdensome and heavy. I look to God to replace my joy which is my strength. I put a song of praise on my lips and in my heart. I pray and ask God for help. These simple acts of worship and praise begin to inspire me. My challenges become lighter. Joy replaces my fear.

For you, O Lord, have made me glad by your work; at the works of your hands I sing for joy. -Psalm 92:4

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Wednesday, February 15, 2012

Fear Buster #5 - Protection

Situations in life can be troubling and cause distractions. My imagination gets wound up and I lose my focus. Doubt and fear begin to creep into my mind. I lose my peace. When this happens, I take time to pray. I breathe in God’s life-giving peace and begin to relax. I redirect my focus to God’s protection. I affirm that God is my protector. I affirm that God is present. As these words are placed in my spirit, my anxious thoughts are calm. I feel at peace because of God’s protection.

God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. - Psalm46:1

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Saturday, February 11, 2012

Fear Buster #4 - Expect Good

I experience new situations and challenges every day. Many times new situations are stressful and create fear. My past blueprint of fear may cause me to expect an unpleasant outcome. I choose to let go of any fear-based blueprints. I breathe in deeply and ask God to take them away from me. I ask God to replace fear and dread with expecting good. I know that even in difficult circumstances, God’s guidance will not fail. My strength and energy during these times comes from God. I expect good in my life because that is what God wants for me.

For I, the Lord your God, hold your right hand; it is I who say to you, “Do not fear, I will help you.” - Isaiah 41:13

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Wednesday, February 8, 2012

Fear Buster #3 - Faith

The world around me is constantly changing. Many times the changes are overwhelming and confusing. I can easily lose connection with my loved ones. This creates fear in me. This creates fear in my relationships. I can even begin to doubt God. Doubting God comes from fear. I breathe in deeply to help calm myself. I focus on God and his love for me. I allow the Holy Spirit to transcend all circumstances in my life. As I connect with the love of God, I reconnect with my loved ones. Fear and doubt goes away. My faith is strengthened and I face the world with confidence. I am empowered to face all my challenges, trusting the outcome to God.

Keep alert, stand firm in your faith, be courageous, and strong. Let all that you do be done in love. - 1Corinthians 16:13-14.

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Saturday, February 4, 2012

Fear Buster #2 - Inner Peace

During difficult and unsettling times I can easily become distracted. I become focused on worries. Fear sets in. I feel restless and uneasy. I may obsess about the past or fantasize about the future. It is easy to forget who I am in God. I use prayer and meditation to connect with the spirit of God. I rediscover my inner strength. God’s peace gives me inner peace. With God’s help I feel secure in every circumstance. My faith is strengthened and I become an extension of God’s peace.

Keep on doing the things that you have learned and received and heard and seen in me, in the God of peace will be with you. - Phillipians 4:9

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Wednesday, February 1, 2012

Fear Buster #1 - Divine Order

Daily challenges in life can bring about disorder and stress. Stress is a byproduct of my fear. I may feel out of control or that I am losing control in situations I do not know how to handle. I honor my fear and use it as an opportunity to learn. I breathe in and relax and ask for God’s guidance. As God guides me through any challenge, I gain understanding. I learn from these life lessons. God broadens my vision of what is happening. This allows me to see more of him at work.

Think over what I say, for the Lord will give you understanding in all things. - 2 Timothy 2:7

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