Courage Is The Mastery Of Fear. Not Its Absence

Introduction

Courage is the mastery of fear. Not Its absence of fear.

Fear is wonderful; let me explain what I mean. Yahweh will never give you an assignment that will not frighten you. If what you are dreaming of doing does not make you afraid, it is not from Him. Yahweh’s dreams will always make you afraid since He wants to ensure that only He can make them possible. In other words, Yahweh does not share His glory with anyone. Therefore, if the assignment you are doing does not require the help of Yahweh, it is not His plan for your life.

Courage Is The Mastery Of Fear

Consequently, the fear that you are experiencing is evidence that it is from Yahweh. When you are afraid, that means go for it. When you are afraid, you start wherever you are (from scratch). I started with nothing no one gave me anything. I started with an idea; everything in life begins that way. If Yahweh’s ideas are in your head, they will scare you, but that fear is what motivates you to believe they are from Him. Therefore, do not be afraid of your fear; use it. Courage is only possible in the presence of fear. You cannot be courageous unless you are afraid.

As a result, fear gives rise to bravery, and courage is motivated by faith. Subsequently, you must have courage if you want to be fearless. Courage does not mean the absence of fear courage means to move despite the fear. This is a sign that you have an assignment from God. Courage is the ability to do something despite fear, so do not be afraid of your fear; instead, use it to generate the courage you require.

Challenge

My challenge to you is to summon the bravery you require. Courage is the resistance to failure; courage is the mastery of fear, not the absence of fear. You may be terrified as you progress in your pursuits, but master that fear. I discovered that courage cannot exist in the absence of fear. Given that courage is a byproduct of fear, being afraid gives birth to courage. Expect to be terrified whenever you obey God, for God’s task will always frighten you, yet it brings confidence into your life. Not your anxieties, but your hopes. Believe what God has informed you more than what your eyes can see.

So put your faith in your hopes rather than your anxieties. Your faith will shield you from your fear.

Never Give In To Fear

Never give in to fear since, just like a bully, when you stand up to it, it will flee. Fear will enslave your spirit and take away your liberty to achieve the things you were born to do. Therefore, while you will not be able to eliminate fear, it should not be a barrier to reaching the goals that have been placed before you. To be great in this world, you must overcome your fears. Being fearless and being confident are not the same thing, even though they are related. Confidence allows you to move through life without fear of rejection or failure, but fearlessness is the next step up from confidence.

When you combine the two, you dare to take enormous leaps into the unknown. Whatever you can dream, think, or imagine is possible. Yes, being fearless has numerous advantages. Knowing that there is nothing to be afraid of since you are completely confident in the outcome. You begin to analyse yourself as you think through problems. Why do you feel this way? Is it due to previous experiences or possible consequences? Are you spiritually programmed to feel that fear? You may overcome any mental challenge if you dive deep and recognise your concerns.

Fearless Courage

Being fearless includes having the confidence to take leaps of faith. Some individuals may even envy you for this quality. People sometimes wish they dared to make the choices that would allow them to realise their aspirations, but the fear of “what if” keeps them from taking action. A courageous individual will pursue their objective, making decisions along the way and handling any negative or positive outcomes. But being brave through your strength is not easy, for if it were, everyone would be fearless. It takes the power of the Holy Ghost to have fearless courage. Isaiah 11:1-3; KJV

How I Overcame My Fear Of Public Speaking

One of my fears was public speaking, and no matter how hard I tried, it only got worse. My stomach would tie into a knot; the words would stumble out of my mouth; and the worst part was that I thought people were laughing at how I was disgracing myself in public. It invariably resulted in me having cold sweat running down my face. So, how did I conquer my phobia of public speaking? To tell you the truth, I still get butterflies before I speak, but the fear has diminished. I began by practising in front of a mirror, then in front of a small group of relatives or friends.

I started teaching Sunday school at church, first to the under-13s, then to the teens, and then to the main church. On weekends, I was a DJ and master of ceremonies at events and functions. I still feel a twinge as I am about to speak, but it quickly diminishes once in full flow. I never gave in to fear and allowed the Holy Spirit to take control. This is what worked for me, and I am confident it will also work for you. So, rather than allowing fear to control me, I mustered the courage to overcome it. Fear will run from you if you submit to a higher authority (The Holy Spirit) and resist your anxieties.

The Reason For Fear

Everyone is afraid of something. We are all guilty of it. Some regard fear as a natural part of life; after all, no one is fearless, right? But fear exists to keep you safe. Its purpose is to provide you with additional adrenaline in potentially dangerous circumstances or conditions. Fear serves only one purpose: to alert you to the presence of danger, giving you the ability to flee or fight. It has no power over you. If you are not careful, fear may take over your thoughts, emotions, and life. Fear is merely an early warning system designed to alert you to impending danger, but it should not define you. Fear is a spirit that enters through a variety of channels.

• Based on your beliefs,
• Past experiences,
• From stories you have been told,
• Or stories that have been told about you.

The problem is that when you walk into fear and give it a voice, you shut down. You shrink, shrivel, and remain in your shell. Fear paralyses you; it prevents you from making sound decisions. It negatively shapes your attitudes, prevents you from taking action, and it takes control over you.” The truth is that fear prevents you from becoming the person you were born to be.

Conclusion

When fear whispers in your ear, telling you all the reasons why you should be worried, tell it respectfully but firmly. You appreciate the concern, but it is all right. Since you feel that whatever comes your way, you will be able to deal with it because you are standing on solid foundations. It may not go as planned, and you may get a little bruised in the process, but it is good. You will figure things out, you will pick yourself up, and you will continue to develop and learn. So, knowing that you have what it takes and that you do, bear with it when fear begins to bite. Hang in there with the butterflies, shortness of breath, and sweaty palms.

It will not be simple, so do not avoid it. See it, recognise it, and take action on it. Take three deep breaths and ask yourself three times: What are you truly afraid of? Ask the question again and again until you obtain an answer. You will realise that there is nothing to be scared about.

What is it that you are afraid of? And what is holding you back? Share your thoughts about how you managed to overcome your fears. We will be happy to hear from you.