Episode Details

Do you ever feel like fear is hiding in plain sight—disguised as perfectionism, control, or a constant buzz of worry? In today’s devotional, Keri Eichberger gets real about her lifelong battle with anxiety and the freedom she’s discovered in trusting a sovereign, loving God. This isn’t just a pep talk—it’s a call to honest reflection and a practical reset for anxious hearts. Because when God is near, fear doesn’t stand a chance.

What You'll Learn:

• Why fear often hides in everyday thought patterns (and how to spot it).

• How to recognize the connection between control, anxiety, and misplaced trust.

• Two core truths that disarm fear: God is in control and God loves you deeply.

• The difference between knowing you “shouldn’t worry” and actually living in peace.

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Full Transcript Below:

Have No Fear, God is Near.

By Keri Eichberger

When I am afraid, I put my trust in you. In God, whose word I praise— in God I trust and am not afraid.  (Psalm 56:3–4) 

I have battled with worry, anxiety, and fear since before I can remember. In fact, I wrote a book about these hot topics. And I’ve often wondered if people knew how much I still struggle in this arena, if they would think I had no business weighing in on such weighty issues. If so, my comeback defense would be—if only they knew how much more I used to be consumed by anxiety and constant unease. Because the truth is, my considerable progress might suggest some serious gained wisdom. And, something else that perplexed me as I began to bring this message into the world, was the volume of people who actually believed worry wasn’t one of their personal primary problems. 

Well, I have two things to say to my contemplations. One, God truly has helped me win more and more over my worry. And two, no matter how much someone thinks they don’t worry, they actually do much more than they realize. Which brings me to the conclusion: We all need God‘s constant reminders that we don’t have to fear—because our good and sovereign God can be trusted.

How about you? Do you struggle with worry and fear? What about your thoughts? Do you find yourself consumed with an idea, a plan, or circumstance? And do you try to control outcomes,