You have no reason to fear a sudden disaster or the destruction that comes to the wicked.

Confidence is built on time and maturity. A truck that has a metal bull-bar and towbar is hardly a concern to the driver when it is hit by a small vehicle. The driver knows that his truck is not compromised and drives off confidently while the one at fault may be beyond repair.

That is the confidence of those who are in Christ! We know that no harm shall come near our dwelling place (Psalm 91:10). The enemy may build weapons of all kinds, but we have the assurance of the promise that no weapon that is made, will defeat us, in Jesus’ name (Isaiah 54:17)! We stand victorious because Jesus has defeated the enemy through resurrection on the third day.

Today’s verse tells us that the righteous need not fear the destruction that scares the wicked! Hallelujah! At some point in life, the enemy will try to convince many that their sins are not forgiven. This could result in fear and doubting all that Christ has accomplished for us at the Cross of Calvary.

Beloved, the enemy is the father of all lies (John 8:44), so do not allow him to sow doubt into your heart. You have no reason to fear. Walk boldly knowing that the Holy Spirit is your source of boldness and love. We are called to walk by faith, not fear.

The boy who flew his kite held on to it even when it was no longer visible in the clouds. He had no reason to doubt that it would come back; he held tightly to the string, and as he pulled it down, the kite was visible again.

Hold on, our Saviour Jesus Christ is coming back! Do not succumb to the lies of the enemy. Proverbs 3:26 says, “You can trust the LORD to protect you. He will not let you fall into harm.” Keep trusting God and walk confidently in Christ. We have protection that will blunt the arrows of darkness.

By Christopher Thetswe, Bible League International staff, South Africa