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Freedom From Fear

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Faith Arise Church

Faith Foundations Series

Book One

Freedom From Fear

Discover God's peace, power, and perfect love through His Word.

Pastors Domeyers & Monique Brown

Van Alstyne, Texas

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Welcome

Welcome to Faith Arise Church. Whether this is your first time in church, your first time in a long time, or you are simply looking for a place to grow, we are honored that you are here.

We believe Jesus changes everything. Not religion. Not pressure. Not performance. Jesus.

This free guide was created to help you understand one of the greatest freedoms God gives His people: freedom from fear. Fear is real, but it does not have to rule your life.

Our prayer is that as you read these pages, your heart becomes stronger, your faith becomes clearer, and you begin to see God as a loving Father who is near, faithful, and good.

With love,

Pastors Domeyers & Monique Brown

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Inside This Guide

01

Welcome

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What We Believe

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Fear Was Never God's Design

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God's Love Pushes Fear Out

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Faith And Fear Both Have A Voice

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Renew Your Mind Daily

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Living Fear Free Every Day

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Scriptures, Notes, And Next Steps

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What We Believe

Faith Arise Church is built on Jesus, grounded in Scripture, and committed to helping people grow in faith, freedom, and purpose.

  • The Bible is the Word of God and the foundation for our lives.
  • Jesus Christ is Lord, Savior, Healer, and King.
  • Salvation is received by grace through faith in Jesus.
  • The Holy Spirit still leads, helps, comforts, and empowers believers today.
  • Prayer changes things because God hears His people.
  • Faith is not pretending problems do not exist. Faith is trusting God above every problem.
  • God has called every believer to live with purpose, peace, and boldness.
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Chapter One

Fear Was Never God's Design

Genesis 3:10

Fear entered the story after sin entered the garden. Before Adam hid from God, he walked with God. That tells us something powerful.

Fear was not God's original plan for mankind. God created people for relationship, peace, dominion, and trust.

When people disconnect from God's truth, fear starts talking louder. But when we return to God's Word, fear loses its authority.

Faith In Action

Ask yourself: what fear have I accepted as normal that God wants to remove from my life?

Declare It

Fear is not my home. God is my refuge. I was created to walk with God, trust His Word, and live in His peace.

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Chapter Two

God's Love Pushes Fear Out

1 John 4:18

Fear loses power when love becomes real to you. Not just the idea of love, but the truth that God loves you personally.

Many people are afraid because they do not know where they stand with God. But the cross settles that question. Jesus came because God loves you, wants you, and made a way for you to come home.

You do not have to run from God. You can run to Him.

Reflection

Where have I allowed fear to shape the way I see God?

What would change if I truly believed God loves me?

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Chapter Three

Faith And Fear Both Have A Voice

Romans 10:17

Faith comes by hearing the Word of God. Fear grows the same way. It grows by what you keep hearing, watching, repeating, and meditating on.

Fear says, "What if it goes wrong?"

Faith says, "What has God said?"

The battle is not just around you. Many times, the battle is in what you keep allowing to speak to you.

Declare It

I choose the voice of God's Word over the voice of fear. My faith is growing, my mind is being renewed, and my heart belongs to Jesus.

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Chapter Four

Renew Your Mind Daily

Romans 12:2

You cannot live a new life with an old thought pattern. God saves your spirit, but your mind must be renewed through His Word.

That means we do not just read Scripture for information. We read it for transformation.

Every time you open the Word, you are giving God permission to reshape how you see Him, yourself, your future, and your situation.

Simple Daily Practice

  • Read one Scripture slowly.
  • Write down what it reveals about God.
  • Speak it out loud over your life.
  • Pray it back to the Lord.
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Chapter Five

Living Fear Free Every Day

Isaiah 41:10

Living free from fear does not mean you never face pressure. It means pressure no longer gets to lead your life.

When fear comes, you do not have to agree with it. You can answer it with God's Word.

You can pray. You can worship. You can call someone to stand with you. You can choose faith again.

Prayer

Father, in the Name of Jesus, I thank You that fear does not have the final word over my life. Your Word is greater than every worry, every report, and every situation. Teach me to trust You. Fill my heart with peace. Strengthen my faith. Help me walk with boldness, wisdom, and confidence. I belong to You, and because I belong to You, I do not have to live afraid. Amen.

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30 Scriptures For Victory Over Fear

  1. Isaiah 41:10
  2. Psalm 23:4
  3. 2 Timothy 1:7
  4. John 14:27
  5. Psalm 27:1
  6. Romans 8:15
  7. Joshua 1:9
  8. Psalm 91:1-2
  9. Philippians 4:6-7
  10. 1 John 4:18
  11. Deuteronomy 31:8
  12. Psalm 34:4
  13. Proverbs 3:5-6
  14. Hebrews 13:6
  15. Mark 5:36
  16. Psalm 56:3
  17. Isaiah 43:1
  18. Matthew 6:34
  19. Romans 15:13
  20. Psalm 46:1
  21. John 16:33
  22. 1 Peter 5:7
  23. Psalm 118:6
  24. Luke 12:32
  25. Romans 10:17
  26. Psalm 121:1-2
  27. Isaiah 26:3
  28. 2 Corinthians 5:7
  29. Psalm 112:7
  30. Numbers 6:24-26
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My Notes

What is God speaking to me?

What fear am I giving to God?

What Scripture will I stand on this week?

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Your Next Step

We would love to see you again at Faith Arise Church.

Service Time: Sundays at 12:30 PM

Location: 262 N Preston Ave, Van Alstyne, TX 75495

Website: https://www.faitharisetx.com

You are welcome here.

Come as you are. Grow from where you are. Let Jesus lead you into everything He has prepared for your life.