Tag Archives: afraid

God Saves

Posted on January 6, 2016 by billtonnis

Mark 6:50-51 “Take courage, it is I, do not be afraid!” He got into the boat with them and the wind died down. They were completely astounded. The disciples were already afraid as their boat was being tossed about by heavy … Continue reading →

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Let the Joy Rise

Posted on October 17, 2014 by billtonnis

Luke 12:6-7 Are not five sparrows sold for two small coins? Yet not one of them has escaped the notice of God. Even the hairs of your head have all been counted. Do not be afraid. You are worth more … Continue reading →

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Eternally Accepted

Posted on October 18, 2013 by billtonnis

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Inner Peace

Posted on July 2, 2013 by billtonnis

Matthew 8:24-26 Suddenly a violent storm came up on the sea, so that the boat was being swamped by waves; but he was asleep. They came and woke him, saying, “Lord, save us! We are perishing!” He said to them, … Continue reading →

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Be Not Afraid

Posted on June 4, 2013 by billtonnis

Psalm 112:7 They shall not fear an ill report; their hearts are steadfast, trusting the Lord. Why do we fear? How many things actually turn out to be “the end of the world?” I often repeat this phrase to myself … Continue reading →

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Fear No More

Posted on April 4, 2013 by billtonnis

Luke 24:36-39 While they were still speaking about this, he stood in their midst and said to them, “Peace be with you.” But they were startled and terrified and thought that they were seeing a ghost. Then he said to … Continue reading →

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Why Fear?

Posted on January 9, 2013 by billtonnis

1 John 4:18 There is no fear in love, but perfect love drives out fear because fear has to do with punishment, and so one who fears is not yet perfect in love. Only God loves perfectly…because God is Love. … Continue reading →

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Life-Changing

Posted on September 5, 2012 by billtonnis

Luke 5:10-11 Jesus said to Simon, “Do not be afraid; from now on you will be catching people.” When they brought their boats to the shore, they left everything and followed him. Peter (a.k.a. Simon) and the rest of the … Continue reading →

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