Pray the Word with David Platt

No Reason to Fear (Isaiah 43:1–3)

Dec 26, 2025
Dive into the powerful themes of God's unwavering promise of redemption and protection. Discover why He repeatedly tells us not to fear, addressing our human tendencies for anxiety. Explore the deep connection between Isaiah's message and New Testament believers, highlighting God's personal love. Experience encouragement with prayers for those facing trials and the importance of spreading the gospel to those who have never heard it. Join in prayers for specific communities, emphasizing God's sustaining presence in hardships.
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ANECDOTE

Seeing Unreached Peoples' Need

  • Radical fuels gospel projects reaching unreached people groups across many countries.
  • The narrator describes the scale of unreached people as eye-opening and like a piece of heaven.
INSIGHT

Fear Not: Presence Overcomes Anxiety

  • God repeatedly tells His people 'fear not' because humans are prone to anxiety and worry.
  • David Platt explains that God's promise of presence transforms fear into confidence and peace.
INSIGHT

Redemption Turns Ashes Into Beauty

  • Redemption means God takes what is wrong and makes it right, turning ashes into beauty.
  • Platt connects this Old Testament promise to the believer's assurance of personal rescue and restoration.
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