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What Happens When Fear Becomes Bondage: Creflo Dollar

Key Insights

  •  The speaker refused to let fear defeat them, confidently declaring that they are healed and whole, relying on the power of God working within them.
  •  By shifting focus from the problem (cancer) to the solution (healing), one can experience transformation and overcome challenges.
  •  “I said okay. Let me get this straight. You ain’t got no cure… I might as well go to the one who can do something about it.”
  •  “I was so free from the expectation of men… Jesus came and dug up all the hurts and disappointments rooted in my heart.”
  •  “I will not be afraid of what the devil tried to do to me, glory to God for God before me, who can be against me.”
  •  The speaker’s unwavering faith in God’s protection and guidance is evident through their belief that if God has saved them once, He will continue to do so in the face of future challenges.
  •  “When God delivers you from dangerous situations, you don’t have time to be concerned about petty things that others say about you.”
  •  Instead of being afraid, choose to walk by faith and not by sight, trusting in the power of Jesus to overcome fear and carry yourself wisely.

Overcoming Fear and Bondage

  •  “For God has not given us a spirit of fear and timidity, but he’s given us power, love, and self-discipline.” – highlighting the idea that fear is not from God and we have the power to overcome it.
  •  The fear of the Lord is not about fright, but rather a respect and reverence for God.
  •  Fear tolerated contaminates faith, and the enemy tries to make Christians tolerate fear in order to hinder their faith.
  •  When fear becomes bondage, it can deceive us into thinking it’s faith, allowing Satan access into our lives without us even realizing it.
  •  Fear is dominating the earth in these last days, but we should choose wisdom over fear.
  •  Fear can deceive us into thinking that it is God speaking, causing us to misunderstand and misinterpret biblical teachings.

Fear of Death and Deliverance

  •  The current age is driven by the fear of death: “The days that we’re living in right now has it produced a fear of death on the inside of you, are you in this bondage that you are afraid.”
  •  God wants to deliver us from the fear of death, as it is a form of bondage that hinders our faith.

Summary

  •  Fear is not from God, but a tool used by Satan to bring his will to pass; it contaminates faith and grants Satan access into our lives, so it’s important to recognize and cast out fear with the help of the Holy Spirit.
  •  Fear is the bondage that prevents us from experiencing freedom and hides us from God, but we can overcome it by trusting in God and walking by faith.
  •  Overcoming fear through faith in God’s healing power, the speaker shares their personal battle with cancer, choosing to focus on God’s word and declare healing scriptures, ultimately experiencing transformation and victory.
  •  Stay focused on God and his word to overcome fear and challenges, fight the good fight of faith, and trust in God’s protection and healing, as demonstrated through the speaker’s personal experience of surviving a violent car wreck.
  •  Don’t let fear control you, focus on love instead because perfect love eliminates fear; spend time with God to discern the truth and avoid being influenced by false teachings and confusion.
  •  Knowing who you are eliminates the need to respond to negative comments or engage in unnecessary debates, as people will believe what they want regardless of your actions.
  •  Choose faith over fear, accept Jesus as your savior, give thanks and worship God through giving, and celebrate Christmas by attending Christian services.
  •  Wanting to be born again without taking action creates a sense of knowing what to do, but not actually doing it, as the speaker expresses gratitude for those who come forward and prays for blessings and protection.

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