The Braveheart Podcast Overcome The Fear of Man
Jul 29, 2020
The host shares a personal journey of overcoming shyness and following God's call to spread love on a train. The discussion dives into the conflict between seeking human approval and serving God, illustrating how fear of man manifests through the pursuit of wealth, praise, and status. Listeners learn that true identity comes from being children of God, which frees them from societal pressures and loneliness. The episode concludes with a prayer for strength and courage to overcome the fear of man.
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Fear Of Man Is A Spiritual Snare
- The fear of man is a snare that traps and binds you to others' opinions.
- To the extent you value Christ above all, God can trust you with worldly things.
Train Commute That Broke My Fear
- Peter Lewis recounts hearing God tell him to speak on a packed train and initially doubting it.
- He obeyed, spoke that God loved the riders, and that step loosened his fear of man.
Take Small Steps Of Obedience
- Do take small steps of obedience when God prompts you even if fear persists.
- Try trusting Scripture (e.g., Proverbs 28:1) to give courage and practice boldness repeatedly.