Coronavirus

Fearing the Coronavirus

Fellow Christians, you have a responsibility during this Corona Virus pandemic!  Whether COVID-19 is the “end of the world” or not, you are called to not let anxiety control you.  For God has not given us a spirit of timidity (or cowardice), but of power and love and discipline.  (2 Timothy 1:7)

We have the Almighty God’s power in us that strengthens us and gives us the sound mind that we ought to have.  Jesus, when asked about the end of the age and the signs of those times, said,

“See that you are not frightened, for those things must take place, but that is not yet the end.”  (Matthew 24:6)

Coronavirus should not cause Christians to fear or act irrationally. They have the peace of God available to them if they choose.

Fear is a Choice

Brethren, we have a choice.  We can choose fear, or we can choose peace, but we can’t have both.

God makes it possible for us to have peace that goes beyond most people’s comprehension.

We are told, “Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God.  And the peace of God, which surpasses all comprehension, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.”  (Philippians 4:6-7)

God’s “shalom” peace is not known or understood by the world, but Jesus made it possible for us to have it in our lives, in our hearts and minds.

Do Not Worry about anything, including Coronavirus

Having peace does not mean that we don’t do what we can or prepare if we are able, but we should not panic or fear.

Jesus also told his followers, “Do not worry about tomorrow.”  (Matthew 6:34)

We must live today and trust today.  God is faithful and provides for His obedient children.  Jesus said to seek God’s kingdom and God’s righteousness first and then our physical needs would be met.  He didn’t promise unlimited rolls of toilet paper, but I bet he would provide a leaf, rag or corn cob.

Another verse says that the righteous won’t have to beg for bread.  So, if the shelves are bare do some evaluating, or look on another shelf for flour.  Maybe God will provide through a neighbor, or maybe He will provide something else to nourish you.

Coronavirus Fear will WeakenYour Immune System

Believers do not need to worry.  Worry, or anxiety, about things that you cannot control causes great stress, which is not healthy.  And with the Coronavirus, you want your immune system to be as strong as it can be.  You can take vitamin C, wash your hands, and avoid large crowds, but you can’t control if you or anyone you know gets the virus.  God tells us to trust him and to not be anxious or worry, even if you get the virus.  Are you obeying?

God is the only one we should fear.  Jesus warned people, “Do not fear what can kill you temporarily; but rather fear Him who is able to destroy you in the Lake of Fire forever.”  (Matthew 10:28)

Do You Want Peace?

If you are a believer, you should be resting in God’s peace that He provides His children.  You should be reflecting this peace to the world around you, and, if you are genuinely concerned about this pandemic, you should be sharing the great news of the coming Kingdom of God with others so that they too can be a part of the first resurrection that guarantees immortality.

But, if you have not been reconciled to the Father (God) through His Son, Jesus, through baptism (immersed in water), and this virus scares you, then please contact me.  I would be happy to share this peace and salvation with you.

Amazing Future

The hope we have and the future we are promised is amazing!  God Himself will be among us, and He will wipe away every tear from our eyes; and there will no longer be any death; there will no longer be any mourning, or crying, or pain.  (Revelation 21:3-4)