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Your Question:
What's the right decision when I'm torn between my faith and my fear of death?
Answer:
As a pastor, I've seen many people struggle with fear of death, and it's a natural response. But when it comes to faith, we need to confront our fears and doubts head-on. The Bible teaches us to confess our fears as unbelief and examine Scripture to be confident in the love and faithfulness of Jesus. We need to ask ourselves, "What am I really afraid of? Is it the unknown, or is it the thought of leaving behind loved ones?" As I reflect on my own life, I've come to realize that fear of death is a natural human response, but it's not necessarily a reason to doubt God's goodness and sovereignty. In fact, Scripture teaches us to fear God, not because of potential condemnation, but because He is greater than we are, and His beauty is greater. When we put our trust in Christ, condemnation will not fall on us. So, I encourage you to take a deep spiritual breath and remember God's assurance to us. When we're torn between our faith and our fear of death, we need to take a step of faith and trust in God's goodness and sovereignty. We need to decide what the first thing to do is, count the cost, and pray for guidance. We should focus on God and take a step that we think He wants us to take. And just as any step will make our body stronger, so each step will make our faith stronger. We need to remember that faith is not just receiving from God what we want, but it's also the ability to accept what He gives and glorify Him in all circumstances.
Sources:
building dynamic faith
jerry falwell
depression
edward welch
systematic theology
wayne grudem
my utmost for his highest
oswald chambers
christian theology
millard erickson
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