Do Not Fear (YouVersion, Daily Refresh, 05-04-25)

In Isaiah 43:1, God speaks to His people with a message of hope and encouragement: 

“Do not fear, for I have redeemed you; I have summoned you by name; you are mine.” 

These words are not just a reassurance—they are a reminder of who we are, and whose we are.

God is both our Creator and Redeemer. He is the one who formed us, knitting us together in our mother’s womb (Psalm 139:13), and He is the one who redeemed us, bringing us back into relationship with Himself through Jesus. 

We can rest in peace and confidence knowing are not forgotten or abandoned, but intimately known and cared for by the God of the universe.

When God says, “Do not fear,” He is not ignoring the challenges you face. He is acknowledging the reality of fear and offering comfort in His presence. Fear often arises from feeling alone or uncertain, but God’s promise is clear: He has called us by name, and we belong to Him. We are His, no matter what we face.

Whether you are walking through a season of uncertainty, facing personal challenges, or carrying burdens that weigh heavy on your heart, this verse invites you to rest in the truth that you are redeemed, known, and loved. 

God’s call on your life is unshakeable. Today, stand in that assurance and walk forward with courage, knowing you are never alone and always held in His loving care.

My Thoughts

What a great follow up devotional from the previous one about worrying! My greatest takeaway is that God doesn’t say there is no fear. He acknowledges that fear exists, it’s real, but we can overcome it by realizing that He knows who we are and what we fear. We can be courageous in whatever we face because we don’t face anything alone.

As we prepare for our long trip, I am thankful that God continues to reach out to me with assurance that no matter what happens, He will be there. I am not confident in my body being strong or our car being reliable. But I am confident that God is able and He will love me through this adventure that has me tied up in knots. I am trying to focus on positives, the pleasure of seeing grandchildren graduate and visiting with family. I am working on thinking on the good things just as God encourages me to do in His Word. I appreciate your prayers as I fight this battle with my mind.

May God bless and keep you.