A Woman UnAfraid

Today. Today is going to be a historical, go-in-the-history-books kind of day. Today, America gets to decide between Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump for their president. Some people are probably writing in a name, or picking someone who is on the ballot, but probably doesn't have much chance of winning. I can't blame them, to be honest. The two choices are quite daunting. I pray for my children that have to grow up with this president.

You know what I was thinking about? My son just turned 6 years old in October. He will be 10 years old when we get to go through all of this again. Crazy? Right?

Well, onto the subject of being a "Woman Unafraid," I wanted to share a little something with you that I hope can bolster your spirits on this tense, anxious day. 

There are tons and tons of scriptures that talk about not being afraid. But here are a few that stuck out to me today, as I battled within my own heart to find perfect peace in knowing that God has got us.

I am leaving you with a gift—peace of mind and heart. And the peace I give is a gift the world cannot give. So don’t be troubled or afraid. John 14:27  NLT

When I am afraid, I put my trust in you. Psalm 56:3 NIV

This is my command—be strong and courageous! Do not be afraid or discouraged. For the Lord your God is with you wherever you go. Joshua 1:9 NLT

But Jesus overheard them and said to Jairus, “Don’t be afraid. Just have faith.”Mark 5:36 NLT

Jesus told him, “Don’t be afraid; just believe.” Mark 5:36 NIV

Then he placed his right hand on me and said: “Do not be afraid. I am the First and the Last. Revelation 1:17 NIV

Even though I walk through the darkest valley,I will fear no evil,  for you are with me Psalm 23:4 NIV

Fearing people is a dangerous trap, but trusting the Lord means safety. Proverbs 29:25 NLT

I prayed to the Lord, and he answered me. He freed me from all my fears. Psalm 34:4 NLT

They do not fear bad news; they confidently trust the Lord to care for them. Psalm 112:7 NLT

He will cover you with his feathers. He will shelter you with his wings. His faithful promises are your armor and protection. Do not be afraid of the terrors of the night, nor the arrow that flies in the day. Do not dread the disease that stalks in darkness, nor the disaster that strikes at midday. Though a thousand fall at your side, though ten thousand are dying around you, these evils will not touch you. Psalm 91:4-8 NLT


There are so many more that I could list. But this blog would be so long, I'm afraid I'd lose you! So, I will leave you with these.

Take heart, women! We are warriors! We are God's children. He has not given us a spirit of fear! He has given us a sound mind, a solid Rock to stand on, and a firm foundation. We will not be shaken. We will not be moved. 

No matter what happens with this election, God has got us. We can still be the change we want to see in the world. Cliche, I know. But it's a good phrase! God wants us to push aside all the distractions and problems of the world and face this head on like the warriors He has created us to be. 

Praying for you today! God bless you!