At first I was a bit overwhelmed by the task of choosing ONE quote for that special place. It's where you look everytime you leave the house and I wanted words that would make a lasting impression. When I thought to use that particular verse, Mark 5:36, I realized it encompassed so many of the other quotes I was considering. If we let go our of fears we can accomplish great things for God. When we believe in Him we feel His love, and are more likely to show love to those we encounter. By doing that, we are obeying the greatest commandment to love God and love our neighbor.
The list could go on and on with what those five simple words evoke upon one's heart. Be not afraid, only believe. Here are some similar quotes that have always resonated deeply with me:
1. Psalm 46:10 (D&C 101:16)- Be still and know that I am God.
2. Isaiah 51:7&8 - Hearken unto me, ye that know righteousness, the people in whose heart is my law; fear ye not the reproach of men, neither be ye afraid of their revilings.
For the moth shall eat them up like a garment, and the worm shall eat them like wool: but my righteousness shall be for ever, and my salvation from generation to generation.
3. The Hymn "Be Still, My Soul"
Be still, my soul: Thy God doth undertake
To guide the future as he has the past.
Thy hope, thy confidence let nothing shake;
All now mysterious shall be bright at last.
There is a little background as to why I am so drawn to this topic. All through my life I've worried a lot what my peers think of me. I blogged more in depth about that topic here when I first started transitioning this blog into where it is now. This fear of what others thought created a lot of anxiety all growing up. I just didn't have the confidence to stand up for myself or even be myself.
As I've grown closer to Christ, I have learned how much He loves me and how I need to put all my trust in Him. Somehow that idea really resonates with me. Doesn't it with us all? I love the thought of not having to worry or fear! I love that I can place my burdens at His feet and feel His enabling power. I want my family to feel this as well.
For that reason I've chosen these words to burn into their minds. When we show forth faith in Jesus Christ, He will allow us to move forward and accomplish all he has asked. If we actively work to let go of any fears we have, He will be right there by our side cheering us on and lending His hand.
Let's all try a little harder to find and eliminate our fears and to focus our energy on believing in Him.
