This post was written for Five Minute Friday
Word prompt--SCARED
Five minutes to free-write about it
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This week I cheated--sort of. I started reading other people's posts before writing my own. As I did so, I pondered the things that make me scared. I pondered so long, I was on my way to missing the deadline.
One of the things I am most scared of is physical pain.
I don't know why I am such a wimp, and why I have a needle phobia (not so bad now since the experiences documented in my little book, Oil of Myrrh). Back in the day, however, I was so scared of needles that I almost didn't get married because there was a premarital blood test requirement, and when I had my babies, I opted for natural childbirth because the thought of being given a needle was more daunting than the thought of what any labor pain might possibly feel like.
About eight years ago I made a choice based on fear that almost cost me my life. By God's grace and the many prayers lifted up on my behalf, I not only survived, but learned some important lessons in the process which I later went on to share on HeartValveSurgery.com in response to some people asking for feedback as to whether or not they really needed to proceed with a recommended surgery even if they were asymptomatic. The post was entitled, DO NOT BE AFRAID.
When I am afraid, I need to remind myself that God is in control of all things, and can be trusted with every detail of my life and circumstances. How much better to rely on Him and His faithfulness when I am scared than to rely on my very fallible intellect.
This one was a good one for me. I have been dealing with some pain and I am afraid to go to a doctor or anything. I just do not like it.
ReplyDeleteI prayed and prayed. God helped me find a PT named Brett. He is helping me with my pain. I am slowly feeling better.
God is so Good!! I must remember to give him my fear.
Carla
We've seen many hearts break after damage to homes and businesses. God is good, and you can turn to him always. Thank you for sharing.
ReplyDeleteThe thing I am most afraid of is something happening to my kids. My one daughter is Type 1 diabetic and her low blood sugars and the issues she can have with that stress me. I have to trust God to take care of her and remember that He always has! I like the verse from Psalm 56:3 - When I am afraid, I will trust in you! But I do have to remind myself to do that!
ReplyDeleteThank you for this and for your transparency. Fear can be so debilitating . I am grateful for His restoration processes.
ReplyDeleteSue
Yes, fear can save us from bad things, but can also have awful consequences. Guess we need to pray for discernment to know one from the other!
ReplyDeleteHope God takes control and prevents Trump from crashing the economy.
ReplyDeleteSo true—fear can be both a warning and a trap. It’s not always easy to tell which! Asking God for wisdom to see the difference really is the best way forward.
ReplyDeleteLove and blessings, Sandra!
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ReplyDeleteFear can destroy us if we let it! For God gave us a spirit NOT of fear. I always enjoy your post!
ReplyDeleteThanks for the reminder, Sandra. We make dumb decisions sometimes, out of fear, eh? And yet He still holds us close and safe, still whispers 'do not fear'. Thanks for sharing.
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