January 20, 2026
Daily Devotional:
“The Antidote to Fear”
Isaiah 41:10
"So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand."
Fear is often a reaction to feeling alone or ill-equipped for a challenge. In this verse, God doesn't just tell us not to fear; He gives us five solid reasons why fear has no right to rule our hearts.
You are never walking into a situation alone. Whether it’s a difficult conversation or a lonely season, the Creator of the universe is in the room. He isn't just a God, He is your God. This implies a personal commitment. He has staked Hisreputation on caring for you. When your own energy runs dry, He provides a supernatural reservoir of strength to keep you standing. God isn't just a passive observer. He intervenes. He moves circumstances and providesresources.
Notice the verbs: I am, I will, I will, I will. The focus of this verse isn't on the size of your mountain, but on the certainty of His movement. We don't overcome fear by being "brave" in our own power; we overcome fear by resting in His promise to hold us up.
Identify the one thing causing you the most "dismay" right now. Apply the promises from Isaiah 41:10 to that specific situation today.
When you feel like you’re falling or failing, His "righteous right hand", a symbol of power and authority is underneath you.