Why do Christians experience fear and how should they respond?

Fear is a common experience among believers, highlighting our human frailty and dependence on God. The sermon illustrates that, like David, who said 'What time I am afraid, I will trust in Thee,' Christians are reminded to cast their cares upon the Lord because He cares for them (1 Peter 5:7). The acknowledgment of fear should not lead to despair but rather to a deeper reliance on God's promises and His steadfast character. By looking to Christ as our source of strength, we can face our fears with confidence, knowing that He is in control and will sustain us through any trial.