The Fear of Losing Loved Ones

In the following, I’ve paraphrased several verses from the Bible (from the books of Matthew, Romans, Psalms, and I think Isaiah). Altogether, they’re meant to address the fear of losing loved ones and help give freedom from that. Fear is draining and unnecessary. This is something that I’ve struggled with, so I hope this will help you as well.

He who loves his family more than Me isn’t worthy of Me. If he doesn’t take up His cross and follow Me, he isn’t worthy. If he finds his life in earthly things, he’ll lose it. If he loses his life for My sake, he’ll find life anew.

Don’t fear that which can physically harm you and your family, but yet can’t kill your soul. God can kill body and soul, so fear him. However, look at how He cares for us: a common sparrow is under His care, and He loves us so much more! He knows every detail about us. So don’t be scared. We are His masterpiece. Whoever claims Jesus here and now, Jesus will claim when God Himself asks about him.

When we’re weak – that is, scared – we have help, the ultimate help. We don’t even need to be concerned about what to pray. The Holy Spirit within our beings cries out for us in the languages of the heart.

He crafted us and our family in the womb before we even met each other. Even when things get dark, God is our light, so tell me this: who should we be afraid of? Certainly not doctors or corrupt law enforcement or thieves or muggers, or an animal in the middle of the road.

God has paid a heavy price to save us. He’s promised good things for us: wings to fly and soar, as much strength as we need, plans for our benefit, the safety of our soul, His unending care and affection. He’s promised us peace.