“So they departed quickly from the tomb with fear and great joy, and ran to tell his disciples.” (Matthew 28:8, ESV) The women ran from the tomb with fear and great joy. It must have been an overwhelming experience, but they went. They were unsure. They were filled with doubt. They had all sorts of questions without many answers, but they obeyed the angel and went. They also … [Read more...] about Running with Joy and Fear
Fear
Speaking to Fear
“But the angel said to the women, “Do not be afraid, for I know that you seek Jesus who was crucified.” (Matthew 28:5, ESV) The response of the women was different than the soldiers. When the soldiers saw the angel, they feel like dead men. They were marked with sheer terror. You don’t hear about the women falling like dead women like the soldiers. They were no doubt afraid … [Read more...] about Speaking to Fear
Giving up the Fear of Failure
Get the Book Join the Mailing List Day 1: Ash Wednesday Scripture Verses: Psalm 23:1-6 Matthew 28:19–20 John 14:16–17 Questions to consider: What is your favorite part of Lent? What are you afraid to start? If you took a step of faith into something new, what fears would you need to set aside? How does Jesus help you overcome those fears? How will you pursue … [Read more...] about Giving up the Fear of Failure