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Wayne Boyd

Freedom from Fear

2 Corinthians 3:17-18
Wayne Boyd February, 5 2026 Video & Audio
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Wayne Boyd
Wayne Boyd February, 5 2026
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What does the Bible say about freedom from fear?

The Bible teaches that believers should not fear because they are redeemed and belong to God.

The Scripture makes it clear that fear is not what God has bestowed on us; rather, He calls us to fear not because we belong to Him. In Isaiah 43:1, God reassures His chosen people, 'Fear not, for I have redeemed thee; I have called thee by thy name; thou art mine.' This promise holds great significance as it emphasizes the relationship between God and His elect, providing both comfort and assurance in times of trouble. We are encouraged to trust in God's redemptive power and His commitment to us as His beloved children in Christ.

Isaiah 43:1, 2 Corinthians 3:17-18

How do we know that we are God's beloved?

We know we are God's beloved because He has called us by name and has redeemed us.

The assurance that believers are God's beloved is grounded in Scripture, particularly in Isaiah 43:1, where God states, 'I have called thee by thy name; thou art mine.' This covenantal language highlights the intimate relationship between the Creator and His people. Moreover, the doctrine of election assures us that God chose us before the foundation of the world (Ephesians 1:4), and through Christ's redemptive work, we are identified as His own. This understanding of our identity in Christ equips us to face fears and challenges with confidence, knowing that we are eternally secure in His love.

Isaiah 43:1, Ephesians 1:4

Why is overcoming fear important for Christians?

Overcoming fear is vital for Christians as it reflects our trust in God's sovereignty and love.

For Christians, overcoming fear is essential because it demonstrates our faith in God's sovereign will and His promises. In 2 Corinthians 3:17-18, we are reminded that where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is liberty; this freedom empowers us to confront our fears and live out our faith boldly. Recognizing that we are loved and redeemed helps us to shed the burdens of fear that can stifle our growth and witness. The Gospel calls us to embrace our identity as God’s chosen people, freeing us to serve Him and others without the constraints that fear imposes. Such a life is not only a testimony of His grace but also an encouragement to fellow believers.

2 Corinthians 3:17-18

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Now, we all struggle with fear. I'm not foolish enough to say we don't. We all struggle with fear. But that's not what God's given us. That's our flesh, beloved. That's our flesh. Listen to this. But now, thus saith the Lord, that created thee, O Jacob, and that formed thee, O Israel, fear not. Now, that's talking to the elect of God. Fear not. And that's in Christ. That's in Christ. Listen to this. For I have redeemed thee. Oh, this is in the Old Testament. He says, I've redeemed thee. Oh, I've called thee by thy name. Thou art mine. That's Isaiah 43.1. We are Christ's beloved. That's glorious. That's glorious.
Wayne Boyd
About Wayne Boyd
Wayne Boyd is the current pastor of First Baptist Church in Almont, Michigan.
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