Proverbs 29:25
“Fear of man will prove to be a snare, but whoever trusts in the Lord is kept safe.“
Proverbs 29:25 NIV
Fear is such a paralyzing emotion. It robs us of vitality, decision making ability, and strength. Courage helps us step out of fear's paralysis and turn its nervous edge into power. But this kind of courage comes to us fully only when we know that all Satan and his allies can really have of us is our bodies. He cannot take our mind, our attitude, our faith, and most of all, he cannot take our relationship with God given to us through Jesus Christ.
Being concerned about what someone else is thinking or can do is a common fear that many people have. They are more worried about what someone may think, than is necessary. When that fear is high enough, one will be trapped into doing what the other person wants. Some will make poor choices based off their fear of someone else. The more poor choices are made, the more entangled in a web does the person get. Living like this does not bring peace or comfort. As time goes along the snare gets tighter and tighter, destroying one's life.
Solomon had recognized that one cannot fear man without getting trapped in a snare. Yet, he also knew that in order to be safe, all one had to do was trust in God. People will take advantage of those who fear them. They will make the one who fears do things that is not wanted or desired. Selfishness will rise up and cause the fear to increase in another. Ultimately destruction will come about. Those feared will keep rising up in power, seizing what they can.
We who do not fear man, but trust in God will not be trapped in the snare. We will be kept safe. God will open our eyes to see the reality that is around us. We will be able to see the snares that have been placed in front of us and walk a different path.
God does not want us to walk in fear, but in trust, knowing that He is in control. The path that God leads us on is one that will build up and not destroy. It is a path that leads us towards eternal life, rather than temporary happiness and death.
There will be people in our lives at times who appear to be in control. They will appear to be the one calling the shots in our lives. Do not fear them. They are temporary and leading down the wrong path. Put all of your trust in God, knowing that He is in control. The things that man can do are only temporary and can do no real harm to us.
You have a choice to make as to who you will fear and follow. Do you want a snare that is dangerous or do you want life and safety?
Navigating this world has become complicated. What “worked” in the past, is not only frowned upon, but it can result in serious repercussions. That’s unsettling. And that’s okay to acknowledge that fact, we just have to watch for the snares of fear hidden in those anxious moments.
When we take our fears and concerns to the only Source of Resolution, we begin to untangle ourselves from the snares that hold us back. When we rely on our Heavenly Father, and trust Him, the universe opens.
For some of us, it is a day-to-day, hour-by-hour struggle. Don’t give up. Keep trusting. He is right there with us.
It’s easy to let what people think about you stop you from doing the right thing. When you spend all your time worrying about what others think, you can become trapped. Instead of letting the fear of others keep you from saying or doing the right thing, decide to put your trust in God!!!
Father, thank you for this day and for waking us up and setting us on our way. Lord, pour out your abundant blessings from the floodgates of heaven let them rain down over my friend and family today. Lord, we choose to put our trust in You. We choose to press forward and overcome fear. Lord ,we believe You have our best interest at heart and know that You are leading us in the paths of righteousness. Open our eyes to the snares around us and keep us safe from any harm. Lord, use us to be a bold witness of Your Gospel of saving grace to all today. Be a blessing.
Father, we love You. Amen !
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