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In this message, Pastor Omar Ellison concludes a ten-week journey through the "Fear Not" series, offering a deep dive into how believers can resist the spirit of fear. He defines fear as an uneasy feeling or dread of "future evil" that may never happen, noting that anxiety is simply worry about a future that God has already secured. Using the story of Peter walking on water, Pastor Omar illustrates that fear’s primary goal is to hijack your focus. When we look at the "boisterous winds" of our circumstances—finances, health, or relationships—we begin to sink. However, when we attend to the Word of God, we align our faith with His power. The teaching emphasizes that we must be proactive in building our faith during the "sunny days" so that we are prepared when the storms of life inevitably come. By setting our affections on things above and "considering Him" (Jesus) who endured the ultimate suffering, our earthly trials begin to lose their power over us. Key Points of the Teaching: -- Fear is a spirit, not just a feeling, and it does not come from God. According to 2 Timothy 1:7, God has given us power, love, and a sound mind instead. -- Anxiety is the fear of the future. We can overcome it by realizing that God has already gone before us and our future in Him is bright. -- Trust is a choice. When fear presents itself, we have the opportunity to either walk with that fear or make a conscious decision to trust in the Lord. -- Fear is after your focus. Just as Peter sank when he looked at the wind, we "sink" when we focus on our problems rather than on Jesus. -- Your "spiritual thermostat" must be set. We are called to set our affections on things above. When the "temperature" of our life drops due to trial, we must kick on our praise to bring our focus back to God. -- Consideration of Christ eliminates excuses. When we compare our trials to the suffering of Jesus, our problems lose their weight, allowing us to let go of bitterness and fear. Scriptures for Further Study: -- Psalms 27:1 -- Psalms 56:3-4 -- 2 Timothy 1:7 -- Matthew 14:27-31 -- Proverbs 4:20 -- Colossians 3:2 -- Hebrews 12:3 ******* Find more information on our website: https://www.saltandlightcovenant.com/