Time keeps moving forward as we slowly approach our leave date for Nepal. In the meantime, the world is still in a chaotic panic with this virus sweeping through the world. I would be lying if I said it doesn't scare me. But in all honesty, a lot of things scare me. But I often wonder if there is a balance between a healthy fear that keeps us safe and then a debilitating fear that prevents us from living. When I think about fear, the first verse that always pops in my head is:
"For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power, love and a sound mind." 2 Timothy 1:17.
I actually memorized this verse as a child and it has continued to stick with me. This verse is so beautiful as it shares the balance I have been seeking when it comes to the healthy and the debilitating fear. This verse gives hope. God has bestowed upon us gifts of love, power, and a sound mind.
Also consider:
Also consider:
"Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus." Philippians 4:6-7
I will never pretend to know everything there is to know when it comes to fear, caution, and the Bible. But I am currently in a season of learning all about it. What a better time than now, to understand where we ought to stand while the world seems to be filled with two types of people: those crippled with fear and those careless and proud? (*not that those are the only types of people. But these reactions to the virus to exist and I believe I have fallen into both of those categories a few different times in the last couple of months.)I do know one thing though:
Prayer is always the answer.
Are you feeling anxious about this virus and what the future may hold?
Pray. Present that anxiety to God.
Are you feeling afraid of what might happen if you get the virus? Or maybe you already have gotten it and you feel nervous of what will happen now?
Pray. Present that fear and worry to God.
I am so excited about our journey back to Nepal. I am so thrilled that God has chosen us to be His vessels to serve Him through teaching and Love/ Justice hands on ministry.
But naturally, I am also nervous. So, what can I do but pray and ask you to pray with me?
Pray for peace of God that transcends all understanding will guard our hearts and minds.
In Christ Jesus.
