There are four main fears that get in our way. 1) The fear that there is no mercy (depression...not clinical); 2) The fear that this will end me (dread); 3) The fear that I am alone in this (abandonment); and 4) The fear that there is no justice (anger). Listen in as we walk away or toward our calling.
So roll up your sleeves, put your mind in gear, be totally ready to receive the gift that’s coming when Jesus arrives. Don’t lazily slip back into those old grooves of evil, doing just what you feel like doing. You didn’t know any better then; you do now. As obedient children, let yourselves be pulled into a way of life shaped by God’s life, a life energetic and blazing with holiness. God said, “I am holy; you be holy. [1 Peter 1:13-16]