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Faith or Fear
Evolutionary psychology tells us that humans are only born with two innate fears: the fear of falling and the fear of loud noises. Everything else—fear of failure, fear of rejection, fear of the unknown—is learned. It is passed down, absorbed from our environment, and shaped by experience. But if fear can be learned, so can faith (Romans 10:17).
In my book Unshakeable, I wrote, “No one becomes a giant of faith overnight. The great men and women of faith we admire today—whether in Scripture, history, or modern testimonies—learned their way to mastery through the crucible of life's trials.”
Faith is not magic. It's a muscle. It’s built in hidden places—when the crowd is gone, when the pressure is high, when no one’s cheering you on. It’s forged in fire, not in comfort. And yet, many shy away from a life of faith simply because it seems to promise trials rather than ease. Champions are not known in the wilderness but they are made there. Who would willingly step into uncertainty, potential lack, or even hardship?
But here’s the truth: everyone goes through something. Life is a process for us all. The difference isn’t in the pain—it’s in the outcome. Whether your journey is led by fear or faith will determine not just your destination, but your experience along the way.
Fear and faith both lead us—one away from God, the other straight into His presence. The tragedy of sin is that it made man self-sufficient. Adam’s fall wasn’t just about disobedience—it was about choosing independence from God. Since then, we've been thinking outside of God’s perspective, and every human solution, no matter how advanced, seems to come with a defect. Medicine brings healing but with side effects. Wealth comes, only to be spent on restoring lost health. But God’s blessings are different. Proverbs 10:22 says, “The blessing of the LORD, it maketh rich, and he addeth no sorrow with it.”
So, how did you get to where you are today? Have your decisions been fear-led or faith-led?
The Israelites, even after witnessing God’s mighty hand in Egypt and His presence at Mount Sinai, considered going back to slavery. They saw giants in the Promised Land and cried out, “Would that we had died in Egypt!” (Numbers 14:1–4). They preferred the predictability of bondage to the uncertainty of freedom. God's response was heartbreaking: “How long will this people spurn Me? And how long will they not believe in Me, despite all the signs which I have performed in their midst?” (Numbers 14:11).
They couldn't embrace the future because they were imprisoned by familiarity. But faith always pulls you into uncharted territory. That’s where the promise lies. Victory only belongs to those who dare. Provisions are always waiting—just not in Egypt.
Fear will take you where God never intended you to be. Faith will take you where fear wouldn't dare tread. You might still reach a form of success, build a life that impresses others, even tick every box of what the world calls “making it”—but the absence of peace, of deep soul-rest, will haunt your wins.
That’s when you know you're out of sync with God’s path. True success isn’t measured in accomplishments but in alignment. It’s what I call the “rest within”—that still, calm knowing that the Holy Spirit has found full expression in your life.
“Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight.” — Proverbs 3:5–6
There was a moment in my life when a decision seemed so obviously beneficial—so “smart”—that walking away from it made me question my own wisdom. But in my spirit, I heard this: “No one signs a business deal with God and ends up bankrupt.” It might look foolish to walk the path of purity, to choose integrity when everyone else is compromising, or to say “yes” to God when the world says, “That makes no sense.” But that’s the way of faith.
And so, here is the question: will you continue to live by fear—or will you dare to believe?
Repentance is not just about turning from sin; it’s about turning toward God (Hebrews 6:1). It’s about realigning your path from fear-led choices to faith-fueled obedience. If you’ve walked a road paved with anxiety, doubt, and self-reliance, today is the day to pivot. God is calling you—not to a life of ease, but to a life of purpose, peace, and power.
Return to Him. Choose faith. Take that step. Let God rewrite your story from here.
If this message stirred something in your heart—if it challenged you, encouraged you, or reminded you of God’s unshakable love—don’t keep it to yourself. Share it with someone you care about. You never know who’s waiting for a word like this to light their path.
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Remember, I love you—but Jesus loves you far more than I ever could. His love is deeper, stronger, and more faithful than anything this world can offer. And He’s always waiting, arms open wide.
Stay encouraged. Stay bold. And above all, choose faith—always.
With love and grace
Uduak