Episode 158: Is Fear Unbelief?

Is it wrong to feel afraid when we know we should be trusting God? In this episode, Dot and Cara answer a listener's question about fear and unbelief. They remind us that we can trust God to give us everything we need, and they share some words of encouragement for people who find themselves feeling afraid of the future. Pour yourself a cup of tea or coffee and join in on the conversation!

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• Start by writing down Luke 12:22-32 (0:12)
• Is fear unbelief? (1:42)
• So often our fear comes from wanting to be in control (4:39)
• God will make sure we have what we need (9:21)
• Sometimes fear is rooted in good things, but it still means we’re not trusting God (12:02)
• God understands our fear, but he doesn't want us to dwell on it (16:45)
• You don’t have the grace, power, or strength to walk through a day God has not asked you to live (19:01)
• Fear itself isn’t a sin, it’s about how you respond to it (23:05)

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