Dear all,
I just got back from my trip to LA and by GOD’s grace, I was able to attend my sister’s awesome 30th year wedding anniversary! Given the current sad trend of marriage relationships, it is really something to celebrate! Anyway, the other aspect I like of attending this occasion is to have the opportunity to bond again with loved ones, long lost relatives and friends… and for the most part, hearing of their latest stories of triumphs and fears … and of challenges and courage. I believe all of us are not born with courage, but neither are we born with fears. Maybe some of our courage and fears are brought in along the way… by our own experiences, by influence from others, or by what we’ve seen and heard. And how those courage and fears developed in you may determine on how you face the unseen enemies…“for we wrestle not against flesh and blood” –Ephesians 6:12. I think one of the worst enemies are those unseen enemies that are WITHIN us! Surely some fears are valid. Yet there are fears, even the most basic ones, can totally destroy our ambitions. For we know that fear can destroy opportunities and fear can even destroy relationships. Fear, if left unchecked, can destroy our lives. Whether we like it or not, fear is one of the many enemies lurking inside us. I think there are other ‘sisters of fear’ that we face from within.
To begin, the first sister of fear is indifference. Some people are unconcerned maybe due to fear of accountability and fear of responsibility. They just say, “I’ll just drift along.” Here’s one problem with drifting: you can’t drift your way to the top of the mountain. I believe, to drift is always downward and sometimes you have no clue as to the height of the fall!
The second sister of fear is indecision. Indecision can be a thief of opportunities. I see a lot of people missed their chances due to indecision … afraid to make the tough decision at a critical moment. It will steal your chances for a better future.
The third unseen sister inside is doubt. Sure enough, there’s always room for positive skepticism. You can’t believe everything. But you also can’t let doubt to take over! Many people doubt the past, doubt the present, doubt the future, doubt each other, doubt the possibilities and doubt the opportunities. Worse of all, they doubt themselves!
The fourth sister within is worry. I know we’ve all got to worry some because worry can be useful. Just don’t let it conquer you! Instead, let it alarm you.
The fifth, we can call it over-caution. Some said it is the timid approach to life. Timidity can be an illness if you’re not careful. Timid people don’t advance and grow and become powerful. Most of the time, you see them living as a victim rather than a victor. It is the opposite of boldness! Bottom line, we have no choice but to battle with these unseen enemies. You have to conquer them or it will conquer you! So, do battle with your fears and its sisters by building your courage to fight what’s holding you back, what’s keeping you from your purpose, goals and dreams. Be courageous in your life and in your pursuit of the things you want and the person you want to become… “Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be terrified; do not be discouraged, for the LORD your God will be with you wherever you go.” –Joshua 1:9
Thanks and GOD bless






