Dr. Jim: Be Not Afraid, Only Believe

Episode Summary:

In this episode, Dr. Jim Van Gelderen shares insights from a recent conference and reflects on a powerful message he heard from Pastor Rene Ouellette. Drawing from Mark 5, he highlights Jesus’ response to Jairus when his daughter was declared dead: "Be not afraid, only believe." Dr. Jim expounds on the significance of faith in the face of fear, encouraging young people to trust God even when life seems uncertain or discouraging.

Topics Discussed:

• Dr. Jim’s recent travels, including the Global Independent Baptist Fellowship meeting.
• Pastor Rene Ouellette’s testimony and the impact of his message.
• The biblical account of Jairus and the woman with the issue of blood (Mark 5).
• How fear and faith cannot coexist and the necessity of trusting God in difficult moments.
• Applications for young people facing challenges such as sin struggles, life decisions, and personal fears.

Key Takeaways:

• Faith conquers fear – When fear tries to dominate, the solution is to trust God.
• God’s timing is perfect – Even when delays seem inconvenient, God is working.
• Victory is possible – No matter the struggle, believing in God’s power leads to spiritual breakthroughs.
• Trust leads to surrender – A life fully dependent on God is the pathway to peace.

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