The Gift of Experience: Hope Prevails

Fear vs. Faith

Does any among you deal with some type of fear? I recently tried a medication for pain that caused me to have extreme fear of everything, which is completely unlike me. There are all sorts of phobias, from Metus (the fear of law) to Triskaidekaphobia (the fear of the number 13).
Fear can be paralyzing. Some people are afraid they will do something the wrong way and the fear of reprimand overwhelms them to the point of anxiety paralysis. The good news is "The Lord is my light and my salvation-so why should I be afraid? The Lord protects me from danger-so why should I tremble?" -Psalm 27:1
When adversity strikes, we should remember that God is our refuge and strength, always ready to help in times of trouble. -Psalm 46:1
I received a threat yesterday after I told someone I no longer wanted to be associated with them. That person engages in activities which are not my style. So I told her I would pray for her. No weapon formed against me will prosper.
Yes, my hope remains intact. "I prayed to the Lord, and he answered me, freeing me from all my fears." I do not have monophobia, which is a good thing. I am perfectly happy being alone and discovering ME for the time being. You can't have fear AND faith. Its an oxymoron.