“God gave us a spirit not of fear but of power and love and self-control.” 1Tim 1:7
The coronavirus is separating us from face to face contact with people — including those we love. While isolated from others, it is easy to allow feelings of fear and anxiety to upset and depress us. I’m reminding you, and myself, that He, God is still in control.
Pandemic: Panic or Peace, your Prerogative
“Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God.” Phil 4:6
Contrary to the world’s fear and anxiety, we, that is, Christians, who submit their souls to the kingdom of the living God, do not live by fear, but by faith.
Let’s address this issue. See my video below
Bare with me, I am a philosopher by training, meaning I wrestle with ideas, ideologies and belief systems.
I am not a scientist, epidemiologist, geneticist specialist, medical doctor, or chemist, nor am I the son of one.
So my information is one that is second hand. If you have symptoms and think you may be infected, call your medical provider and ask for advice on where you can be tested.
New reports about COVID-19 are becoming more widespread and are making some people anxious—I understand that. So here are some tips to help you manage your anxiety, put news reports in perspective and maintain a positive outlook.
Now, we, are NOT to live in fear. Let me repeat that, we are not to live in fear. . .
He has given us peace of mind, a tranquility of the heart.
When our world grows darker, we need to grow brighter!!
Here are a couple of helpful sources:
Watch How Should the Church respond to the coronavirus? By Greg Groeschel
Follow this podcast by Ed Stetzer on navigating this pandemic.
SEASON 1: LEADERSHIP AND THE CORONAVIRUS CRISIS Helping Leaders Navigate Through the New Reality of the Coronavirus
https://stetzerleadershippodcast.com
Your thoughts are welcome!!
