Fear didn't come from God. Power, love and a sound mind did.

A Bible affirmation for confidence, rooted in 2 Timothy 1:7.

For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power, love, and self-control.

2 Timothy 1:7 · BSB

Reflection

Paul wrote this to Timothy, a young leader, from a Roman prison near the end of his life. Among his mentor's last words was this reminder: the Spirit you received doesn't make you timid.

A prayer

Holy Spirit, where fear has been calling the shots, give me power, love and self-control.

More verses for confidence

I can be brave today. God goes everywhere I go. Joshua 1:9 The Lord is my light. Who is there to fear? Psalm 27:1 The Lord is my confidence. He keeps my feet steady. Proverbs 3:25-26 I can come to God boldly. I don't have to clean up first. Ephesians 3:12 I won't throw away my confidence. It's going to be worth it. Hebrews 10:35 God calls me by name. I am His. Isaiah 43:1 God goes with me, and He will never leave me. Deuteronomy 31:6 God is for me. That changes how I face today. Romans 8:31 Maybe I'm right here, right now, for a reason. Esther 4:14 When I'm afraid, I'll put my trust in God. Psalm 56:3-4 The One who is in me is greater than anything I'm facing. 1 John 4:4

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