“Glorify the LORD with me, let us together extol his name. I sought the LORD, and he answered me and delivered me from all my fears.” –Psalm 34:4-5

Prayer

God who hears us,

We are often beset by fears of many kinds: a poor prognosis, worries about a loved one in need, a crippling debt casting a shadow on the future. In such moments, help us recall the way your gracious presence has sustained us in the past and may we rest in your promise to be with us in the future, no matter what. May we be comforted knowing you hear the cries of our hearts and will answer, delivering us from our fears. For all those who are especially gripped by fear today, send us as trustworthy confidants they can rely on to hold them up, encouraging them to look to you and to share their burden with us. Amen.

Call to Action

As needed, seek the support of a trusted friend to accompany me through whatever is causing me fear. Be willing to be that friend for someone else who may be wrestling with fear today.