Sermons on Unhealthy Fear:

Fear...yes Or No?

Contributed by Lorraine Greeff on Nov 1, 2021

To fear God, yes to have fears because of man, situations, no

FEAR…YES, OR NO? Good evening, all, I hope that this day finds you well. May I ask a question? IF GOD WERE TO COME AND TELL YOU THAT HE IS TIRED OF PEOPLE’S BEHAVIOUR AND THAT HE IS GOING TO DESTROY THE ENTIRE BOKSBURG AREA, WHAT WOULD YOUR REACTION BE? Throughout the Bible we are given a command ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:25-29, Romans 3:14-18, Deuteronomy 6:1-2

Denomination: Charismatic

Victory Over Fear

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Jan 12, 2022

We are all thankful for every precious verse of scripture in the Word of God, but there are some verses we favor above others.

One such verse is Psalm 56:3, we read, “What time I am afraid, I will trust in thee.” WHY IS THIS SUCH A FAVORITE VERSE OF SCRIPTURE FOR SO MANY? Because there are times in ALL OF OUR LIVES when we are AFRAID! Illus: In one movie, John Wayne, who is known for his toughness, was leading a bunch ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 56:3

Denomination: Baptist

The Fear Of The Lord Is...

Contributed by William Akehurst on Oct 23, 2023

Do we really understand what "The Fear of the LORD" truly means? JESUS was a “friend of sinners”, and HE told us to call upon the Almighty as "Abba, FATHER". So what is this "Fear of the LORD?"

2023.10.22.Sermon Notes. The Fear of the LORD is… (Vital to every believer) William Akehurst, HSWC SCRIPTURES: Psalms 19:9, 1 John 4:16, Proverbs 1:7, Job 28:23-28, Proverbs 3:5-7, 2 Samuel 12:13, Psalms 25:14, Psalms 27:1, Psalms 33:18, Psalms 36:1, Psalms 103:17-18, Psalms 111:10, Proverbs 8:13, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 19:9, 1 John 4:16, Proverbs 1:7, Job 28:23-28, Proverbs 3:5-7, 2 Samuel 12:13, Psalm 25:14, Psalm 27:1, Psalm 33:18, Psalm 36:1, Psalm 103:17-18, Psalm 111:10, Proverbs 8:13, Proverbs 14:26, Proverbs 14:27, Proverbs 15:16, Proverbs 15:33, Proverbs 16:6, Isaiah 33:5-6, Deuteronomy 31:12-13, Psalm 143:8-12  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Faith Conquers Fear

Contributed by Amar Chandnani on Nov 23, 2025

You know the bible mentions FEAR around 300-400 times BUT it mentions faith/trust/believe 1,000 times. Let that sink in. Faith overcomes Fear and Fear is there to test our Faith!

2 Timothy 1:7 NKJV For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power and of love and of a sound mind. Let us pray… Let me tell you a story. One day a man decides to clean his roof gutter. It was filled with leaves and dirt and it was blocking the drainage. So he puts up his ladder, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:7, Proverbs 9:10, Proverbs 14:27, Psalm 111:10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Sermon On Calmness Or Fear?

Contributed by William Meakin on Jun 17, 2025

Calmness is an ataraxia of serenity that aids freedom from worry or agitation.

Franklin Delano Roosevelt, the 32nd President of the United States of America once remarked: "The only thing we have to fear is fear itself." Philippians 4:6-7 reminds us: “Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:7, 1 Peter 5:7, John 14:27, Proverbs 12:25

The Trap Of Worry/Fear

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jul 15, 2025

We face many traps that would hinder our growth. Worry and fear are counter productive to growth. Worry and fear can become spiritual traps.

THE TRAP OF WORRY/FEAR! By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (YouTube: Wade Hughes) WE TEND TO CLAIM GENERATIONAL CURSES. JESUS CAME TO SET US FREE. THERE IS A DANGER THAT WE BAIT AND SET THE TRAP CAN UTTERLY DESTROY SPIRITUAL GROWTH. WORRY FEEDS FEAR. FEAR FEEDS WORRY… ...read more

Scripture: Job 3:25, 1 John 4:18, Matthew 6:29-34

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Slaying The Giant Of Fear Series

Contributed by Kevin Broyhill on Sep 24, 2024

Fear is a giant that every believer will face, but as overcomers, we are called to face our giants, knowing that through God's strength, we can triumph. David confronted his fears and defeated Goliath, learning how we, too, can slay the giant of fear in our lives.

Slaying the Giant of Fear! 1Samuel 17:1-11 Introduction: Israel had Giant Problems! Giant of Fear – Goliath! Scene of Fear: Valley of Elah - Much like a large canyon or basin - opening was about a mile in width… in each end of the canyon or valley were high sloping hillsides about a half-mile ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Great Fear In The Church Series

Contributed by Ricky Tuttle Thd on Sep 27, 2024

A lesson that shows us that the Lord is active with His children and it is not the amount but the motive that is important.

“Great Fear In The Church” Acts 5:1-11 I can’t say for anyone else but I pray often for a personal revival and a church wide revival. What is taking place in our verses today is the example of what the Lord has desired of His children; to draw us closer to Himself. A great bit of personal ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

From Fear To Faith

Contributed by Louis J Locke on Oct 8, 2024

God doesn't want us to walk in fear, but to trust Jesus and let the peace of God rule in our hearts.

FROM FEAR TO FAITH A. The Nature of fear 1. Fear is the emotion brought on by a perceived danger or threat, real or perceived. 2. Fear is a good emotion to warn us, but on the negative side can also be debilitating, paralyzing, controlling and can bind us up. 3. There is also a spiritual ...read more

Scripture: John 14:27, Isaiah 41:10

Denomination: Foursquare

Voting And The Fear Of God Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Oct 21, 2024

Only personal conversion through Christ, not political conviction, will lead to lasting change.

Voting and the Fear of God Ecclesiastes 8:1-17 Rev. Brian Bill October 19-20, 2024 About a week ago, an Edgewood member and I were riding an elevator with another guy. He asked how we were doing and we replied in unison, “Better than we deserve.” He didn’t know quite how to take that response. ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 8:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

Fear Is The Mind-Killer

Contributed by Bala Samson on Oct 22, 2024

We totally nullify all the miracles that we experienced in our life and we start doubting God. Someone said: “I must not fear. Fear is the mind-killer.”

Fear is the mind-killer 1 Kings 17:17 “Some time later the son of the woman who owned the house became ill. He grew worse and worse, and finally stopped breathing.” I tell you, I’ve been waiting to write this devotion, I had already preached this sermon in my 5am Booster group zoom meeting, but ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 17:17

Denomination: Pentecostal

Because Of Fearing God

Contributed by Efren V. Narido on Apr 5, 2024

If we really fear God, meaning we have great respect for Him, we regard Him highly, we are in awe of Him, our attitude or behavior will be so different. Even toward those who would want to harm us, our reactions would be far from the ordinary.

“Now when Sanballat and Tobiah and Geshem the Arab and the rest of our enemies heard that I had built the wall and that there was no breach left in it (although up to that time I had not set up the doors in the gates), Sanballat and Geshem sent to me, saying, ‘Come and let us meet ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 6:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

From Fear To Faith

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Aug 8, 2022

A sermon for the Sundays after Pentecost, Year C, Lectionary 19

August 7, 2022 Rev. Mary Erickson Hope Lutheran Church Genesis 15:1-6; Luke 12:32-40 From Fear to Faith Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. Two explorers were on a jungle safari when suddenly a ferocious lion jumped in front of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:32-40, Genesis 15:1-6

Denomination: Lutheran

Breaking The Barriers Of Fear Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jan 12, 2026

A divine call to overcome fear through the power of the Holy Spirit and walk boldly into God’s ordained purpose.

BREAKING THE BARRIERS OF FEAR By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 2 Timothy 1:7 Key Verse: “For God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind.” — 2 Timothy 1:7 (KJV) Supporting Texts: Isaiah 41:10, Romans 8:15, Psalm 27:1, Joshua 1:9, Hebrews ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:7

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Faith That Defies Fear Series

Contributed by Paul Dayao on Jan 30, 2026

This sermon explores the courageous faith of Moses' parents, who defied a tyrannical government and the fear of death to save their son, demonstrating that true faith sees potential where the world sees waste and obeys God rather than men.

Introduction: The Conflict Between Culture and Conscience It is easy to have faith when the government supports your beliefs, when society applauds your values, and when obeying God is safe. But the true test of faith comes when the laws of the land and the laws of God collide. The parents of ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:23

Denomination: Baptist