Christians Cannot Walk in Faith and Fear at the Same Time

What Saith the Scripture?

Scripture is clear and tells us about a time when men’s hearts will fail them from fear of what is coming upon the earth. (Luke 21:26)

Is what we’re seeing and witnessing today what is spoken of in Luke 21? No, but it is preparation for the coming horrific seven years of tribulation. And as our Lord’s return is closer than ever the evil one is using all his power to terrorize believers to point that we are paralyzed with fear.

Satan is doing all he can, ‘pulling the plugs’ on terrorizing the body of Christ creating so much fear within the Church that we no longer gather together to worship. And if we’re not worshiping and being edified with the Word of God Christians will not be sharing the Truth, the gospel of Jesus Christ.

That being said these are no doubt very troubling times for Christians and for the world. But the Bible makes it clear that as we get closer to the Lord’s return the world will be in utter chaos (2 Timothy 3:1-5).

But for blood-bought believers, Faith and Fear don’t mix. We cannot be walking in faith and fear at the same time.

Again, the solution is God’s Word. The Bible is so clear God makes it plain that we are to trust in Him always and He will strengthen us in our times of trouble. And we sustain our faith by studying His Word and prayer.

Here is a great Bible verse that sums it up.

‘You will keep him in perfect peace, Whose mind is stayed on You, Because he trusts in You.’

Isaiah 26:3

In Conclusion

The choice is ours, we can walk through this season in fear, or we can walk in strength with no fear.

If we choose to spend more time on social media and watching the news there is no doubt we will be in constant fear.

On the other hand, if we keep our minds on the Word of God and in prayer we will be the light in this darkened world. Shining the glorious Light of the Gospel of Jesus Christ on lost humanity.

Thank you for reading.

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Jamie Pantastico

Mesa Bible Study

Faith, Sine Qua Non

“What is Not Properly Understood can “Not” be Properly Applied”

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What Saith the Scripture?

Most problems in interpreting Bible passages arise from neglecting a passage’s context. The guiding principle of sound interpretation is to take a passage literally. Not maintaining this discipline, interpreting Scripture becomes made up, man’s idea, fantasy, and the passage can mean almost anything. The result is erroneous and ridiculous interpretations.

Another important principle to sound Bible interpretation is to read Scripture “in-time”. In other words, we have to read and study the Bible as a progressive revelation. Not getting ahead of God’s revelation.

God’s plan of redemption for mankind wasn’t revealed all at once to Adam, Noah, Abraham, Moses, David, Isaiah, or any of the other old testament prophets. Not even Peter and the eleven were given the full counsel of God. The Lord revealed to each of the aforementioned what they needed at their particular time in Biblical history. A hermeneutical method that does not approach Scripture as a progressive revelation leads to erroneous interpretations.

To be a good bible student one must maintain a literal, grammatical and historical (in-time) hermeneutic. There has been much too much of man’s theology governing Scripture when it is God’s Word alone that reigns over theology.

Who's writing?

Identify the author of the book and passage.

Who is the author writing too?

Who is the audience? Yes, all Scripture is for us but not all of Scripture is directed to us our salvation and doctrine (how to live our daily lives). To say all of Scripture is, is erroneous interpretation.

When was the Book or Passage written?

This is necessary to identify the time and historical context.

What were the circumstances when it was written? (what was going on)

What was going on before and after it was written?

What happen before and after the particular Book or Passage you’re reading?

What is the HISTORICAL CONTEXT OF THE VERSE?

Where does the Bible verse fit in Biblical history. Use the answers from the list of these questions to identify the “historical context”.

Are there other passages that the Author has written to help expand on the verse your reading?

Utilize the full counsel of God to illuminate the passage

All of Scripture fits perfectly.

The Good News

salvation

Salvation is a FREE GIFT from God. You don’t have to do anything but believe by faith that God sent His only Son Jesus Christ to die for your sins, was buried, and rose from the dead 3 days later.

THE GOOD NEWS

SALVATION

Salvation is a FREE GIFT from God. SALVATION IS BY FAITH ALONE & FAITH IS BELIEVING WHAT GOD SAYS.

God declares all mankind sinners and we all fall short of Glory of God. Romans 3:23
The payment for our sin is death. Romans 6:23
But God…because he loved you so much sent His own Son, Jesus Christ, to die in your place, for your sins, was buried, and rose from the dead three days later. 1 Cor 15:1-4; 2cor 5:21

All God asks is that you believe by faith alone in 1, 2, & 3. That you’re a sinner, separated from God but God sent his Son to die for your sins, was buried & rose again 3 days later.

that if you confess with your mouth the Lord Jesus and believe in your heart that God has raised Him from the dead, you will be saved.

Romans 10:9

Do You Believe?

Christians Cannot Walk in Faith and Fear at the Same Time

by Jamie Pantastico

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