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Daily devotionals

Fear Not Verse of the Day – Job 21:9 – Free from Fear

Their houses are safe from fear, neither is the rod of God upon them.

Free from Fear

The wicked do prosper, this was Job’s response to his friend Zophar on his second speech. In the previous chapter, Zophar pointed out that the evil dies young, that there is no enjoyment in their life and that they will receive the fury of God. But Job stated the contrary and emphasized that wicked people are free from fear. In verse 9, we read, Their houses are safe from fear, and no rod of God is upon them (ESV). Which is also evident in the world we live in today. Corrupt evil people prosper. They are even more powerful, rich and influential than any believer. They do not fear God or even acknowledge Him. Moreover, they believe in evolution, or a greater force. But never do they recognize the God of the Bible. 

However, there is some truth in Zophar’s talk. First, the wicked die young, but so do believers. Second, the wicked do not enjoy life, and this is more on the spiritual aspect and not the worldly one. Last, the wicked will receive the fury of God. This is the most scary fact that the wicked shoves under the rug. And this is for all who have not repented from their sins and accepted Jesus’ gift of salvation. Therefore, let us reflect on the state of our spiritual life. Are we walking with Christ or filling ourselves with worldly desires and happiness? 

Prayer

O Lord Almighty, thank you for all your graces and mercies everyday. We pray that you will continue to guide and reprove us, through your Holy Spirit, every day of our lives. Lord Jesus Christ, thank you for the gift of eternal life despite our sinfulness and filth you clothed us with your righteousness and holiness. Grant us to live free from fear. We pray in Jesus’ name. Amen.

Erwina Gagin

Born and raised in a catholic family, I learned about God at an early age. I also studied in catholic schools which means I get to study the catholic traditions, practices and saints (deities). I grew up knowing God, Jesus, Mary and the saints and praying or venerating them. At a young age, I would regularly attend mass, pray devotionals to different saints and pray the rosary, which I thought were essentials to show one’s love and honour to God. But often times, I would still feel empty and uncertain of what lies ahead. I started reading the bible when I started to date my husband, with the purpose to show him that I can defend catholic teachings. But the more I study the scriptures the more I have questions about what I thought I know about my faith. It was in the year 2016 at the age of 27, I was born again. I cannot cite the exact date of my conversion as it happened in subtle manner. I know Jesus, through the Holy Spirit, guides me in studying God’s word to know the truth about Him.

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