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“So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.”
Isaiah 41:10
Fear is one of the most persistent battles we fight. It doesn’t always look like screaming terror — sometimes it’s the quiet anxiety before a job interview, the knot in your stomach when the bills pile up, or the unease of waiting for medical results. Isaiah’s words speak directly into those moments.
When God says, “Do not fear,” He isn’t telling us to just “stop being scared” through willpower. He’s giving the reason — “for I am with you.” The antidote to fear is presence — His presence. It’s not that the situation isn’t real or serious, it’s that God is more present and more powerful than whatever you’re facing.
“Do not be dismayed” goes even deeper. Dismay is more than fear; it’s discouragement, the feeling that nothing will work out. God confronts that despair head-on: “I am your God.” That’s covenant language — the Creator of the universe is binding Himself to you personally.
Then He makes a threefold promise:
- I will strengthen you — He gives you endurance for the trial.
- I will help you — He steps in with real, tangible assistance.
- I will uphold you — When you feel like you’re going to fall apart, He holds you up.
This isn’t just a verse for ancient Israel; it’s a lifeline for us today. Your fear might be about your future, your finances, your family, or even your faith. But God hasn’t changed. His hand hasn’t weakened. And when He says “My righteous right hand”, it’s a reminder that His help is not just powerful, it’s just — He will do what is right in your life.
In a world where fear tries to run our decisions, Isaiah 41:10 calls us to rest in the presence, promises, and power of God. You’re not being told to be fearless because nothing is wrong — you’re being told to be fearless because you are never alone.
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