2. The common problem of
Fear
F –rozen Potential
E –nergy Wasted
A –rranging for
Defeat
R –esisting God’s
Promises
Moses –had this
problem, yet
became a great
leader –Ex.3
David – developed
his trust in God early
Joshua and Caleb
–developed the
positive “we can”
outlook
3. Fear is the great paralyzer
The army of Israel facing Goliath – 1
Sam.17:11,24
The one talent man – Matt.25:25
The apostles on the raging sea –
Matt.8:26f
Fear is doubt toward God and His
promises
Faith can defeat fear, or fear can defeat
faith
4. Five Truths to Face About Fear
Fear comes before every new challenge
through which I must grow
The only way to get rid of the fear of doing
something is to just do it anyway
Fear will leave you frustrated with yourself
We must tackle the unfamiliar like others
do in order to make it familiar and doable
Pushing through fear is easier than staying
paralyzed by fear