Biblical Answer

The Bible says "do not fear" over 80 times. This repetition is significant and highlights the importance of faith and trust in God's sovereignty. When we fear, we are often controlled by our circumstances, rather than by our faith in God. The Bible encourages us to trust in God's goodness and power, rather than being overwhelmed by our fears.

The concept of fear in the Bible is often misunderstood as simply being afraid of something. However, the Bible uses the term "fear" to convey a sense of reverence and awe for God's greatness. To fear the Lord is to be overwhelmed with wonder before His majesty and power. This is a positive and reverent fear, rather than a negative and debilitating one.

The Bible offers many promises and reassurances to help us overcome our fears. Jesus, in the Sermon on the Mount, repeatedly encourages us not to worry or fear, but to trust in God's goodness and provision. He reminds us that God is our Father, who loves and cares for us, and that He is always with us. This is a powerful reminder that we do not need to be controlled by our fears, but can instead trust in God's sovereignty and goodness. As we learn to trust in God and to fear Him in a positive and reverent way, we can experience freedom from fear and a deeper sense of peace and joy.