Fear

 Fear torments and prevents progress and can develop from seemingly endless sources. It causes people who should be bold and aggressive to shrink back, to hide and be cowardly and timid. Fear is a thief. It steals our destinies. What we run from or hide from has power over us. The only acceptable attitude we should have towards fear is "I WILL NOT FEAR!" Each of us must be firm in our resolve that we will not allow fear to rule in our lives. There is far too much at stake to take a light attitude toward this huge problem.

Confrontation is extremely difficult for many people, but it must be done unless we want other people and other things to control our lives. The best way to overcome anything is to expose it. Anything hidden has power over us, but once it is brought into the light it can be dealt with and overcome. Always remember what Franklin Roosevelt once pointed out: The one thing we must fear is fear itself; for if we allow it to, it will control us. If we confront it, we will master it.  

This is an excerpt from Joyce Meyer, author of  The Confident Woman Devotional . I planned to write something on the topic of fear; however, she has done such a beautiful job that I wanted to share her insights and recommend her book. This 365-day devotional addresses challenges women commonly face, from confidence and self-image to building strong relationships. On my highly recommend list!