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DEAR GOD: We Are Fully Delivered From All Fears- Amen!~

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Delivered From All My Fears - Psalm 34:4 - A Clay Jar

Psalm 34:4 (ESV)

“I sought the LORD, and he answered me and delivered me from all my fears.”

Psalm 34:4 is a beautiful testament to God’s faithfulness and His readiness to respond to those
who earnestly seek Him. This verse reflects a profound personal experience with the Lord,
an intimate encounter that transforms fear into peace. Seeking the Lord is not just a one-time event but a daily journey of placing our trust in Him and recognizing His presence in every aspect of our lives.

To seek the Lord daily is to embark on a spiritual journey that encompasses prayer, meditation,
reading Scripture, and worship. It’s about allowing God into the very fabric of our existence and acknowledging His sovereignty over all our concerns.

The promise in this verse is clear: when we seek God earnestly, He responds. 

He doesn’t just listen; He acts, delivering us from the fears that seek to paralyze us.

In Christianity, seeking the Lord is a practice rooted in faith and love.

It’s an acknowledgment of our dependence on Him and a demonstration of our trust in
His wisdom and power.

Seeking is active, not passive; it involves pursuing God’s presence with a heart full of love and
reverence.

This seeking transforms our relationship with Him from one of distant
acknowledgement to intimate communion.

Reflective Questions

  • How am I actively seeking the Lord in my daily life?

  • What fears do I need to bring before God, trusting in His deliverance?

  • How has God answered me in the past when I sought Him earnestly?

Supporting Scriptures

  • Jeremiah 29:13 (ESV): “You will seek me and find me, when you seek me with all
    your heart.”

    • Emphasizes the promise of finding God when we seek Him with sincerity.

  • Matthew 7:7 (ESV): “Ask, and it will be given to you; seek, and you will find;
    knock, and it will be opened to you.”

    • Encourages persistent seeking and the assurance of God’s response.

  • 1 Chronicles 16:11 (ESV): “Seek the LORD and his strength; seek his presence
    continually!”

    • Calls us to a continual, ongoing pursuit of God’s presence and strength.

Moral Takeaways

  • Active Seeking: Cultivate a daily habit of seeking God’s presence through prayer,
    Scripture, and worship.

  • Trust in God’s Deliverance: Place your fears and concerns before the Lord, trusting in His power to deliver and provide peace.

  • Intimate Relationship: Deepen your relationship with God by making Him a central
    part of your daily life, acknowledging His presence and guidance.

Prayer

“LORD -Heavenly Father, we come before You with hearts eager to seek Your Presence. Help us to actively pursue You daily, to bring our fears and concerns before You, trusting in Your deliverance. Thank You for Your faithfulness in answering us and providing peace that surpasses all understanding. Guide us in our journey of faith, deepening our relationship with You and transforming our lives with Your love and grace. In Jesus’ name, Amen.”

Scripture to Ponder

Isaiah 55:6 (ESV): “Seek the LORD while he may be found; call upon him while he is near.”

Blessing

May your heart be filled with the joy and peace that comes from seeking the Lord daily.
As you pursue Him with all your heart, may He answer you and deliver you from all your fears,
filling your life with His presence and grace.

Stay strong in your faith, and always remember, God is with you every step of the way.