Father, forgive me of sin. As I open my mouth, Father, use my words to edify the believers. Let those that are here be built up, and be excited about serving you, I know that you will never leave them, nor forsake them.
I give you praise in Jesus’ name, Amen. We’re continuing with why Satan wants the believers to focus on their circumstances, trials, and tests. Well, because he wants believers to focus on the believers’ F-bomb.
That is fear. All right, you heard that here first on KCI Kingdom Ministries, Pastor KBN. The believers’ F-bomb.
Fear. And as we stated in our last lesson, our lesson before that, fear began in the garden, of course, in Genesis 3 and 10. But I love 3 and 9 because God came looking for them, and at the end of 3 and 9, He says, Where art thou?
And, of course, in Genesis 3 and 10, Adam answered and said, I heard thy voice in the garden, and I was afraid. There you go. Where fear began in the garden.
And because I was naked and I hit myself. So there, of course, we know the fact of when he got in sin, then fear came in. Now, let’s stick a pin in that right there.
Now, that’s a valid point, because if you notice that as soon as Adam got in sin, they hid, him and Eve hid. And it’s no difference than today. When people make errors, instead of running to God, they run away from God.
They separate themselves from God and try to hide, as if God doesn’t know. You know, it’s simpler just to go back to God and just do like David did. It’s like, Father, I blew it.
I flat out made mistake. God already knows it. So we might as well just already just go to God and just simply ask forgiveness.
And that’s one of the things that you notice that I always do before every lesson. And I’ve shared this over and over again. And I’m believing that it’ll just spread across the whole world, that people will just begin to just simply ask God to forgive them.
Before you go to bed, before I start the lesson, when I get up in the morning, Father, just forgive me. None of us are perfect. You’re going to make an error.
But don’t run from God and alienate yourself. And that was what Satan worked to do. How can I alienate Adam and Eve from God?
How can I separate them? And sin was the separation. So therefore, when you make an error, don’t run from God, run to Him.
Let’s look at Isaiah 41 and 10. But I just want to remind you, believers, it is said in the Bible, there is over 365 fears not in the Bible. I wonder, did God know that we would need to say to ourself or take into our circumstances, trials, and tests, hey, I don’t fear you.
I’ve got authority over you. I am more than a conqueror through the blood of Jesus. I have authority over you in Luke 10 and 19.
I bind fear. I cast fear down. God knew that we would need it.
So he reminds us over 365 times, fear not. Now, let’s go to Isaiah 41 10. It says, fear thou not, for I am with thee.
Be not dismayed, for I am God. I will strengthen thee, yea. I will help thee, yea.
I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness. You see, believers, when the enemy comes in like a flood, you need the word of God to lift up a standard against him. Isaiah 41 10.
The Bible promises so much for us. God’s presence, His strength, His help. It can be a source of comfort when the enemy challenges you.
Take that word and lift up that standard. You know, in Isaiah 41 10, God made five promises to us. He promises that, I am with you.
We envision Moses standing before Pharaoh. And as Moses goes and he is asked, God, who should I say sent me? And God told him, tell him, I am sent you.
And guess what? Today, we’re talking about the same God who never changes. His word doesn’t change.
He is there for us and he is saying, I am with you. Aren’t you glad he is with you today? Remember, he will never leave you nor forsake you.
And as we said last week, so never leave or forsake him. You see, I don’t know who I’m speaking to this morning because the enemy may be trying a swarming attack on you. You may feel so overwhelmed that you don’t seem to know where to turn.
But that’s all right. Remember, have the confidence that you can reach up and go to God. Remember, just don’t run from God.
You may have made a mistake this morning. You may have made an error, but don’t run from him, but run to him. And when the enemy swarms you, know that God is saying, I am with you.
I am your God. I will help you. I will strengthen you.
I will uphold you with my righteous right hand. Oh, yeah, the right hand, the hand that demonstrates power and authority. Jesus is sitting at the right hand of the throne of God.
I am with you. God will be with you. He will walk with you.
He will be by your side. You may not see him. You may not even feel him or hear him.
You may not even drink, but he’s there. Don’t give up. Don’t give in.
Just trust at God’s promises. Listen, take the time to think about God’s promises and the good plans that he has for us. Go back and read Jeremiah 29 and 11.
I know the thoughts that I think toward you, thoughts of peace and not of evil, that give you an expected end. You are on earth for a reason. You are somebody special.
God didn’t waste time making junk. You are very, very special. And even though the enemy tries to make you feel worthless, the Satan is a liar.
Remember, the Bible says, and he is the author of lies. You are God’s sons and daughter. Get up, go to God, and reach out to him.
Take the time to look at God’s promises and the plans. Listen, that alone should revive our spirits and fill us with hope and expectation and excitement. God’s word also strengthens us to keep going, not give up, not give into temptations.
The truth is, we need God’s strength just to make it through each day. Listen, don’t give in to the fear of the enemy. Remember, fear separates you from God, just like sin.
These verses can apply to our lives today by reminding us, God is with us in the midst of our trials, and in the midst of circumstances, we can trust Him. It also is an invitation to release our anxieties and replace them with the trust of God. Believers, I have no idea what you are facing today.
We’re speaking to believers all over the world today, internationally. I have no idea what you’re facing today, but I know the Spirit of the Lord is saying to you, giving you His Word, Isaiah 41 and 10. Fear not, for I am with you.
Be not dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you. I will help you.
I will uphold you with my righteous right hand. When we feel alone and overcome with fear, we can focus on the truth that God is with us. Remember Hebrews 13, 5b.
He says, For he said, I will never leave you, nor forsake you. Remember Philippians 4, 7, and 8. And the peace of God, which passes all understanding, shall keep your heart and mind through Christ Jesus.
Finally, my brother, whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are honest, whatsoever things are just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good report. If there be any virtue, if there be any praise, think on these things. We’re out of time.
Look, I’ll be back with you tomorrow. God bless you.
š§ Opening Summary:
Fear separatesāfaith connects. In part 6, Pastor KBN reveals how Satan uses fear to isolate us from God and how Isaiah 41:10 reminds us to trust, not tremble.
šÆ Objectives:
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Reveal how fear originated from sin and still separates us today
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Encourage believers to run to God, not away, after failure
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Strengthen trust in Godās promises through Isaiah 41:10
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Promote a mindset of spiritual authority over fear
ā Conclusion:
No matter what you face, donāt fearāGod is with you, strengthening and upholding you. Run to Him, not away. His promises are your foundation.
āØ Takeaways:
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Fear entered with sin but can be conquered by faith
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Satan uses fear to isolate; God uses love to restore
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Isaiah 41:10 contains 5 promises of Godās presence and power
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Believers must affirm Godās Word daily to overcome fear
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God never wastes a lifeāyou’re created for purpose