3. Interpret the occasion for your fear in the light of God’s Word. David interpreted the perceived threat in the context of what Scripture says about God’s power, providence and lovingkindness. ‘In God whose word I praise, in the LORD, whose word I praise—in God I trust; I will not be afraid’ (Psalm 56:10). God said, ‘Be not afraid, for I am with you.’ David’s fear was redefined by God’s Word as occasioned by something not ultimately harmful or dangerous. Though horrible, it was part of life,
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