Fear...

Fear grips us on a daily basis, at least I know it does me. I can be going along and get stuck smack-dab in the middle of a situation that just drowns me in fear. I have noticed a lot lately that I have been having more and more of those moments. They are usually the smallest things too. Whether or not to go to spend time with a friend or talking to people. I know a lot of people tell you, and I am no exception to this, that you can’t live your life in fear or else you will never taste victory or rewards. You’ve got to step out into the open without fear and just do it… take that plunge. But some are cursed with the inability to step out from their fear that easily. I seem to be one of those people. I have accomplished some very amazing things, but there aren’t that many that really, truly required me to step out of my fear’s shadow. Then as I’m reading my message from God today, the week that I have REALLY been struggling with this problem, I get the message below. I just wish that it was as easily said as some find it done. I feel that my fear is my shield to keeping myself safe and unhurt. I just don’t completely know what to think or do anymore.
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On this day of your life, Stefani, we believe God wants you to know ... that fear won't get you where you want to go. It's not easy to head off into uncharted waters, but every journey starts with a first step. Fear will keep you from taking that first step, from untying the boat from the dock. Fear will also keep you from making new discoveries. Don't let fear keep you tied up, set sail and see what God has planned for you.