Saturday, December 22, 2018

Fear Factor

10 And the angel said to them, “Fear not, for behold, I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all the people. 11 For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Savior, who is Christ the Lord. (Luke 2)
Linus, the Peanuts character, is a hero.  In all of the craziness of Christmas, he leaves the comfort and quietness of his security blanket, steps up and recites these verses.  All the fears of buying the wrong present, messing up the school play, or dealing with grumpy people are put to rest with these words: "Fear not... for.  The bottom line reason to not fear? A Savior is born to save the day, but more importantly our very lives.  Everything esle is put in perspective in that "hear-a-pin-drop" moment when Linus speaks.  All eyes and ears are on him because of this profound truth. Take time to stop and listen to the reason and let it's truth penetrate your soul: "Fear not, for..."

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