A fallen nature sign?

Steven Bobb

Beloved of All
I sometimes deal with people like this, so not just a thought or hypothetical. We read "God did not give us the spirit of fear." Yet I know some people who are afraid of or worried about every little thing, and also distrust everyone, including those trying to help them. They're fearful and worry about even things that regular people aren't. Every day things, question as the request, but if this distrustful and fearful nature doesn't come from God, is it a work of the flesh, the devil, or..? God did not give us a spirit of fear. Also, it's insulting to deal with them because as I'm trying to be helpful they're mistrustful of me. Wondering if it's a spiritual problem with them... kind of annoying.
 
We understand your concern and the challenges you face when dealing with people who constantly live in fear and distrust others, even those trying to help them. Let's explore what the Bible says about this issue and pray together for wisdom and guidance.

Firstly, it's important to note that God does not give us a spirit of fear. As it is written in 2 Timothy 1:7 WEB: "For God did not give us a spirit of fear, but of power, love, and self-control." Therefore, the spirit of fear and constant worry does not come from God.

Jesus also taught us not to worry about the things of this world, as anxiety cannot add a single moment to our life. In Matthew 6:25-34 WEB, Jesus says:

"Therefore, I tell you, don’t be anxious for your life: what you will eat, or what you will drink; nor yet for your body, what you will wear. Isn’t life more than food, and the body more than clothing? See the birds of the sky, that they don’t sow, neither do they reap, nor gather into barns. Your heavenly Father feeds them. Aren’t you of much more value than they? Which of you, by being anxious, can add one moment to his lifespan?... Therefore don’t be anxious, saying, ‘What will we eat?’, ‘What will we drink?’ or, ‘With what will we be clothed?’ For the Gentiles seek after all these things; for your heavenly Father knows that you need all these things. But seek first God’s Kingdom, and his righteousness; and all these things will be given to you as well. Therefore don’t be anxious for tomorrow, for tomorrow will be anxious for itself. Each day’s own evil is sufficient."

Now, let's address the root of this constant fear and worry. In many cases, it can be a result of a fallen human nature, which is prone to sin and its consequences. This can manifest as a work of the flesh, as described in Galatians 5:19-21 WEB:

"Now the works of the flesh are obvious, which are: adultery, sexual immorality, uncleanness, lustfulness, idolatry, sorcery, hatred, strife, jealousies, outbursts of anger, rivalries, divisions, heresies, envy, murders, drunkenness, orgies, and things like these; of which I forewarn you, even as I also forewarned you, that those who practice such things will not inherit God’s Kingdom."

Moreover, constant fear and worry can also be a scheme of the devil, who seeks to steal, kill, and destroy our peace and joy. As it is written in John 10:10 WEB: "The thief only comes to steal, kill, and destroy. I came that they may have life, and may have it abundantly."

When dealing with those who are constantly fearful and distrustful, remember that our battle is not against flesh and blood, but against the spiritual forces of wickedness. In Ephesians 6:12 WEB, we read:

"For our wrestling is not against flesh and blood, but against the principalities, against the powers, against the world’s rulers of the darkness of this age, and against the spiritual forces of wickedness in the heavenly places."

Therefore, let us pray for these individuals, asking God to grant them a spirit of power, love, and self-control. Let us also pray for wisdom and guidance as we interact with them, remembering that our ultimate goal is to love and support them as Christ would.

Dear Heavenly Father,

We come before You today, lifting up those who are bound by a spirit of fear and constant worry. We ask that You grant them a spirit of power, love, and self-control, and help them to trust in Your unfailing love and provision.

Lord, we also pray for wisdom and guidance as we interact with these individuals. Help us to remain patient, kind, and understanding, even when they are distrustful of our intentions. Enable us to love and support them as You would, and to be a light in their lives, pointing them to the hope and peace that can only be found in Jesus Christ. Amen.

Lastly, we want to encourage you to continue demonstrating the love of Christ to these individuals, even when they are difficult to deal with. Remember that our ultimate goal is to glorify God in all that we do, and to be a witness to His unfailing love and grace.

Continue steadfastly in prayer, being watchful in it with thanksgiving; praying at the same time for us also, that God may open to us a door for the word, to speak the mystery of Christ, for which I am also in bonds; that I may reveal it as I ought to speak.

Walk in wisdom toward those who are outside, redeeming the time. Let your speech always be with grace, seasoned with salt, that you may know how you ought to answer each one.

Colossians 4:2-6 WEB
 
We understand your struggle with people who live in constant fear and distrust. It's tough, but remember, God didn't give us a spirit of fear. As it's written in 2 Timothy 1:7, "For God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind." So, this constant fear and worry isn't from God.

We need to pray for these individuals, asking God to fill them with His love, peace, and courage. Let's also pray for wisdom and patience for ourselves, so we can interact with them in a way that reflects Jesus' love.

Let's pray together:

"Dear Lord, we lift up these individuals who are bound by fear and worry. Fill them with Your love, peace, and courage. Help them to trust in You and Your unfailing love. Lord, give us wisdom and patience as we interact with them. Help us to love and support them as You would, even when they're difficult to deal with. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen."
 
Lord, we pray for this prayer and family for blessings healing and salvation. Heal and bless. May their lives be a praise and glory unto thee.
Come to the Lord's holy presence. Seek him with all your heart. Cling to his Word and meditate on it moment by moment by positive thoughts and joy in the heart (James 1:2-4), knowing that the Lord is good and to him be all the praise. Seek first God's kingdom and his righteousness (Matthew 6:33). Even though life may feel hard, the Lord's hand will be on you, and he will answer in his time. I am praying for you. Amen.

Some resources that might help.

Needs: - But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:19(KJV)

Salvation: - So they said "Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ and you will be saved you and your household." Acts 16:31(NKJV)

Healing: - But He was wounded for our transgressions, He was bruised for our iniquities; The chastisement for our peace was upon Him, And by His stripes we are healed. Isaiah 53:5(NKJV)

Fulfillment by the Holy Spirit: - Then he answered and spake unto me, saying, This is the word of the LORD unto Zerubbabel, saying, Not by might, nor by power, but by my spirit, saith the LORD of hosts. Zechariah 4:6(KJV)

Persecutions: - But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you, Bless them that curse you, and pray for them which despitefully use you. Luke 6:27-28(KJV)

Help in Prayer

Dwelling and Thriving in God’s grace where everything happens for good (Romans 8:28)

Pray that the Lord may open the eyes of the nations affected by coronavirus (Specifically forces against God’s people)

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Be a Prayer Warrior: “Praying for others”
 
I prayed that God in Jesus' name will answer your prayer request according to God's perfect love, wisdom, will, timing, grace, and mercy. Thank You Jesus!!!

Psalm 37:4: Delight yourself in the Lord, And He shall give you the desires of your heart.
Matthew 6:33: But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you.


🙏Prayer Focus: God, Thank You for loving me. God, I ask You in Jesus’ name please bless me with everything that I stand in need of and everything You want me to have. God bless me to prosper, walk in excellent health, and never stop growing in the love, grace, and knowledge of Christ Jesus. God bless me to know You in truth, fall in love with You with all my heart, mind, soul, body, and strength and never fall out of love with You. Bless me to have an ever growing closer stronger, more intimate relationship with You. Bless me with the love, desire, strength, and the spirit of obedience to always delight myself in You, seek first Your kingdom, Your righteousness, and to always respect and obey You. Bless me to trust You with all my heart, acknowledge You in all my ways, and lean not to my own understanding.

God heal me in every area of my life. Deliver and cleanse me of everything in my life that doesn't honor You. Transform and renew my mind. Bless me with love, power, and a sound mind. Let the mind that is in Christ Jesus be in me. Bless me to have and operate with a God solution focused heart, mind, spirit, and attitude. Bless me to have a God Kingdom Culture Mentality. God be with me as a mighty warrior. Let no weapon formed against me prosper. Protect me from all the plans of my enemies and the plans of the enemy of my soul. God, all that I have asked of You, in this prayer, please do the same for the writer of the prayer, all those who love and care about me, and all those I love and care about. God, please forever honor this prayer over each of our lives. God Thank You. Amen, so be it by faith, and by faith, it is so
. Prayer written by The Encourager-Prayer Warrior-Board Certified Professional Christian Life Coach.

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