Crossroads Church How to Fight Fear and Win | How Fear Works, Why it Wins, and How to Shut it Down
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Jun 22, 2025 Fear can feel like a loud and paralyzing presence, often disguising itself as wisdom. The discussion reveals how it influences choices and stifles personal growth. Listeners are encouraged to confront their fears, drawing inspiration from the story of David and Goliath. By shifting focus from fear to faith, one can find the courage rooted in God. The journey towards empowerment emphasizes that everyone has the strength to overcome, reminding us all to embrace our inner lion.
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Fear Underlies Many Emotions
- Fear is the root of many emotions like anger, worry, and shame.
- These emotions all stem from the fear of what might happen if things go wrong.
God's Strong Anti-Fear Stance
- God's primary command is 'do not fear' with 365 mentions in the Bible.
- This shows God cares more about us avoiding fear than other sins like lying or stealing.
Fear as False Worship
- Fear is essentially misplaced worship, placing power in what we fear instead of God.
- Worship means surrendering to something's power, which fear does by making us submit to it.