But, as I’ve said many times before, as Christ-followers, we have nothing to fear. The worst the world can do to us is end our earthly lives, which would simply send our souls back home to our Lord and Savior. So we need not be fearful. Nor should we be riddled with anxiety and worry. Philippians 4 reminds us, “Be anxious for nothing, but in everything, by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God, and the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.”
We’d do well to follow the instruction of James 4:8, “Draw nigh to God and He will draw nigh to you. Cleanse your hands, ye sinners, and purify your hearts, ye double minded.” Our heavenly Father wants a relationship with us — He wants to love us and hold us close to Himself...as a loving earthly father would love his precious children. But we’re hard-hearted people, selfish and self-centered ...
