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Is it possible to conquer fear?

As we become more aware of our true nature as God’s children, held safely by divine Love, we can break free from roller coasters of fear that would keep us from experiencing progress and healing.  

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Sometimes we may feel plagued by fear, and hope to gain some semblance of peace that seems elusive. But we can find comfort and healing in the Bible’s fearless view of life. The book of Isaiah encourages, “Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you, yes, I will help you, I will uphold you with My righteous right hand” (41:10, New King James Version).

Even the mere thought of entirely letting go of fear can be startling. But God, divine Love, shows us that we’re not vulnerable mortals living in a hazardous universe. As spiritual and harmonious children of God, we’re actually safe and free to do good.

Here are some articles from the archives of The Christian Science Publishing Society that show how freedom from fear isn’t a far-off or naive dream. It’s the natural outcome of the realization that at any moment, we can know and feel God’s love and protection.

The author of “Breaking through the world’s chains” shares how even when it seems the world is falling apart around us, we can find freedom from debilitating fear and panic attacks as we see that, in truth, everyone dwells safely in God’s kingdom.

Fear can’t ever really stop God’s expression of goodness and wholeness in each of us, His spiritual and good creation, the author of “Eliminating fear from decision-making” realized.

The author of “What to do if you’re feeling afraid” describes how she was able to literally and figuratively get “back in the saddle” after a serious horseback riding injury. As she “became aware of the encompassing and powerful presence” of God’s love, her fear of getting back on a horse dissolved.

As we practice seeing divine Love expressed all around us, we find freedom from anxiety, as a brief podcast titled “Can you live without anxiety?” explains.

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