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Faith Over Fear: How to Overcome What’s Been Holding You Back

‍Intro

Yo, it’s Muscle Dogg, and today we’re talkin’ about something that’s been messing with too many minds—fear.

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Not the jump-scare movie kind.

I’m talkin’ about the kind that keeps you stuck…

The kind that whispers, “What if you fail?”, “What if they leave?”, “What if you’re not enough?”

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Let’s be clear—fear is not from God.

It’s a weapon of distraction, paralysis, and control.

But you? You’ve been given power, love, and a sound mind.

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So let’s shut fear down at the root—and walk in the faith God gave you.

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1: Fear Is a Liar—But It Sounds Convincing

2 Timothy 1:7 says:

“For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power and of love and of a sound mind.”

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That means:

• If fear is speaking—you know it’s not from God.

• Fear speaks in “what ifs”—God speaks in “I AM.”

• The enemy wants to rattle your mind—but God gave you mental stability through Christ.

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Fear exaggerates. God anchors.

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Don’t let lies in your head override the truth in His Word.

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2: Faith Doesn’t Mean You Don’t Feel Fear—It Means You Don’t Bow to It

Psalm 56:3-4 says:

“Whenever I am afraid, I will trust in You… In God I have put my trust; I will not fear.”

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That means:

• Fear might show up—but you don’t have to give it a seat at the table.

• Courage ain’t the absence of fear—it’s choosing trust anyway.

• Faith is not a feeling—it’s a focus.

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You don’t need to feel strong to stand strong.

You just need to lean on the One who is.

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Fear shrinks when your focus shifts.

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3: God Fights for You—So You Don’t Have to Fight Alone

Isaiah 41:10 says:

“Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you…”

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That means:

• You’re never outnumbered with God on your side.

• Fear loses its grip when you remember who’s holding you up.

• God isn’t just watching—you’ve got back-up from Heaven.

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Fear says you’re surrounded.

Faith says you’re covered.

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You might feel overwhelmed, but God is still in control.

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Conclusion

Fear is a thief—it steals time, peace, purpose, and vision.

But the moment you face it with truth? It loses power.

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You’ve got everything you need to overcome it.

The Word. The Spirit. The Savior.

Now it’s time to walk it out.

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Call to Action (CTA)

What fear has been calling the shots in your life?

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This week, call it out by name—and speak God’s truth over it.

Write down a verse. Say it out loud. Declare war on fear with faith and facts.

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What to Hold Onto

You were not built to live afraid.

You were built to walk in boldness, filled with power and purpose.

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The enemy thrives in fear.

But you?

You thrive in faith.

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So stand up. Speak truth.

And never forget who walks with you.

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Fear may knock—but faith answers the door.

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