Today we were robbed.
No one was hurt, but some items were taken. A few computers, cameras, money. These things were easily recovered and returned.
But some damage was done that was more difficult to fix.
Like the feeling of people watching you.
Or not feeling comfortable being alone.
Or jumping at the drop of a pin.
Or distrust in the people around you.
Fear.
The root of it ultimately boils down to fear. Fear that the Lord isn’t really who He says He is, fear that the Lord won’t actually protect us. One of the great things about God is that He is not limited by the tiny box we tend to put Him in. He is so much mightier and sovereign in these times than we could ever imagine. I love that. I love that God’s perfect love casts out all fear.
We can replace stolen items, but we are utterly helpless when it comes to repairing the deeper emotional damage. God isn’t. It’s Him who binds up those wounds and provides healing. All we have to do is surrender our fears to Him. Let go and let God.
Fear not, for I am with you. Do not be dismayed, for I am your God.
I will strengthen you and help you, I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.
Isaiah 41:10
