I can remember being my daughters age. My BFF Amy and I, whom I no longer am in contact with but that’s a whole nother story, would sit and watch horrible scary movies. Freddie and Jason were on the screen alot. We’d scream and laugh, cover our eyes and yell at the heroine not to go upstairs!
I guess you could say I had the living daylights scared out of me, and now I can’t stand to watch that kind of thing. Give me a psychological thriller or romantic comedy anytime!
Brooke is into the scary movies now. She has one little friend who loves to watch them too. A few weeks ago they saw one, and Brooke slept with her light on for 4 days. Her friend slept on the floor in her parents room. We laughed and made fun of them, but I can remember that fear and anxiety. I struggle with it myself at times.
When Brian travels away from home for business, it’s difficult for me to go to sleep. I check and double check the doors to make sure they’re locked. Every little noise seems amplified, and scary when he’s not here. I’m alone and even more responsible for the safety of my children. The night before last I really struggled with it. And then I prayed for a hedge of protection, and gave my fears away.
I was once told that the Bible says Do not fear 365 times. That’s once for each day of the year! So I just wanted to share some of the verses I found that will bless you wth courage.
“Be strong and of good courage, do not fear nor be afraid of them; for the Lord your God, He is the One who goes with you. He will not leave you nor forsake you.” Deuteronomy 31:6 NKJV
“Fear not, for I have redeemed you; I have summoned you by name, you are mine. When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and when you pass through the rivers, they will not sweep over you. When you walk through the fire, you will not be burned; the flames will not set you ablaze.” Isaiah 43:1-2 NIV
So we can choose courage and pray. Ask God to give you courage, and then trust Him. Last night I slept much better!
