Fear Producing Favor

Let’s get right to it! You ever wonder why sometimes people can treat you horribly when you have only tried to do what is right. Some of you reading this are having problems at work and in your religious service because of those surrounding you. You strive to do what is expected of you, trying to please God (and sometimes others). However, none of your efforts are rewarded with kindness, only suspicion and false accusations. This is because you have "fear producing favor." Let me explain.

And she said unto the men, I know that the LORD hath given you the land, and that your terror is fallen upon us, and that all the inhabitants of the land faint because of you. Josh 2:9 (KJV)

After Israel entered Canaan, they sent spies into Jericho. Rahab tells them that everyone was afraid of nation of Israel because of what the Lord had been doing through them. They were afraid of being defeated by Israel and losing their land. Sounds familiar?

When God shows favor upon an individual by allowing them to be successful, others can become unsettled. Sometimes, people become fearful that you are trying to outdo them or take their position (in and outside of the Church). Therefore, we see God’s favor producing fear. Nevertheless, do not worry. Continue to be faithful and allow His favor to rest upon you. Like Israel, in the end, you will have rest.

Prayer of the Week:

 “I know that I can trust you God, but help me to overcome any opposition that arises in my life. Amen.”