Taken from Fight On: The Battle for Courage
A book for all those who are searching for hope,
inspiration and courage in the days ahead.
[Your daily inspiration from Michael encouraging you to fight off fear using scripture and his unique insights.]
[editors note – you may have to “refresh” to see the current day]
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January 28th
The Lord is a refuge for the oppressed, a stronghold in times of trouble. Psalm 9:9 When we feel burdened and oppressed, we especially long for a place of rest, a stronghold of safety where we can relax and enjoy our lives. We want freedom from our trouble, especially when there is no solution in… Read more
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January 27th
For you have upheld my right and my cause; You have sat on Your throne, judging righteously. Psalm 9:4 Many people become fearful because they feel their rights have been trampled upon. We may feel that the cause that we fought for was worthless. However, it is God who decides what rights to give and what… Read more
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January 26th
You made man ruler over the works of Your hands; You put everything under his feet. Psalm 8:6 The emotion of fear makes us feel helpless and inept. We feel dominated and insignificant. This verse is a reminder of why the Lord made us, to rule and reign even when our circumstances do not reflect this.… Read more
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January 25th
Turn, O Lord, and deliver me; save me because of Your unfailing love. Psalm 6:4 One of the greatest reasons for fear is that we fear that the Lord has turned away from us and has not remembered us. We may feel that the Lord has forgotten our need for deliverance and help. But this verse… Read more
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January 24th
But let all who take refuge in You be glad; let them ever sing for joy. Spread your protection over them, that those who love Your name may rejoice in You. Psalm 5:11 This verse contains some critical elements in our fight with fear. The first element is taking refuge in the Lord. Our normal fear… Read more
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January 23rd
I will lie down and sleep in peace, for You alone, O Lord, make me dwell in safety. Psalm 4:8 Fear is a constant torment that steals our peace. We cannot sleep because we cannot rest. We have great peace when we experience the Lord’s presence in our situation. This peace comes from disciplining ourselves to… Read more
