[Jessica Jagerson]

MATTHEW 10 – GOT FEAR?

“And fear not them which kill the body, but are not able to kill the soul: but rather fear him which is able to destroy both soul and body in hell.” Matthew 10:28

There are many things in this world we should fear. A malicious intruder at your doorstep, wanting to hurt your loved ones. Or perhaps a violent tornado directed towards your home. Or, perhaps a war zone where the enemy has broken your defense and is in hot pursuit of your life.

It is a healthy thing to fear those things that could kill the body, but you should not compare them with what could destroy the soul. For such assaults against the body are temporary, while the assaults against the soul are eternal.

The fate of each person is certain. We will be born into this world, and by appointment, we will all depart. The enemy of our souls seeks to taint and destroy our bodies. But satan has no power over the soul. Such authority belongs to God and God alone.

CHALLENGE

My friend, it is wise to revere the Lord who has the keys to the afterlife. For the Lord Jesus has the power to judge righteously and condemn the soul to hell. Do you know Him? “Whoever has the Son has life; whoever does not have the Son of God does not have life.” (1 John 5:12)

[Addison West]

That verse from Matthew 10:28 is indeed powerful and thought-provoking. It serves as a profound reminder of where our true focus and reverence should lie. In a world where we often face various challenges and fears, it’s easy to become preoccupied with immediate, physical threats. However, this scripture encourages me to look beyond the temporary and physical aspects of life and to consider the eternal and spiritual dimensions.

By emphasizing the importance of fearing God, who has control over both our bodies and souls, I am reminded of His supreme authority and the significance of our spiritual well-being. This perspective can bring a sense of peace and assurance, knowing that my soul is in the hands of a loving and just God. It also calls me to live with integrity and faith, aligning our actions with God’s will, rather than being swayed by worldly fears.

This verse resonates deeply with the themes of faith and divine providence, as it reassures us that God is ultimately in control. By placing our trust in Him, I know I can navigate life’s challenges with a sense of confidence and hope, knowing that the ultimate destiny is secure in His hands.

[Erin Kesterson]

With this devotion It makes me believe that one who has faith and believes God has us in the right path of life we will go to heaven and the ones who don’t believe in him will go to hell. God had made us all of ash and when we die, we will be ash again. Our time on earth is borrowed the bodies we live in aren’t ours it is a borrowed skin and body to do what purpose god needs us for and when it’s our time to go home and he calls us we return the bodies as they were lent to us.

[Jessica Belknap]

Matthew 10:28 about the parallel gospel. In his teachings, Jesus instructed his disciples not to be afraid of those who would persecute them. He emphasized that God, as an omniscient judge, comprehends all aspects of their situation. Furthermore, Jesus provided his disciples with a strategy for discerning and prioritizing their fears in the face of persecution.

“Do not fear those who kill the body but are unable to kill the soul.” The statement delves into the fundamental concepts of the body and soul. It elucidates that the body pertains to the physical aspect of an individual, enabling them to interact with the tangible world. When the body ceases to function, signifying death, the soul becomes detached from the physical realm, rendering the individual incapable of engaging with the physical world. The soul is characterized as the true essence and core identity of a person, persisting beyond the confines of the body and representing the person’s genuine life force.

[Trae Johnson]

Fear is a completely normal thing for us to face everyday, even in our sleep we feel the presence
of fear thorough nightmares. Fear is always lurking and creeping around every corner, waiting to strike. From the smallest micro organisms to the largest creatures and all living things in between. I personally take my sense of threats and fear seriously, it tells me that something is off and I should be on alert for anything to happen. I believe the Lord gave us this sense, to help mitigate the deceptions from Satan and his demons. We feel a sense of safety and security with the presence of the Lord and the Holy spirit, however we must understand that this fear is temporary and that evil which lurks around every corner. Well it can be defused and rejected but we must accept Jesus as our savior in order to make that possible. Otherwise we will face the deception of a false safety at the hands of the evil from hell. We shall not not allow this control and recognize Jesus as out savior and accept God as out creator.

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