When Fear Knocks: A Message from Three Scriptures
In times of conflict and threats of war, those who profit from fear seek to manipulate us. But across the Abrahamic traditions, the message is clear: place your trust in God, not in those who would terrify you for their own purposes.
From the Qur’an:
“It is but Satan who instils [into you] fear of his allies: so fear them not, but fear Me, if you are [truly] believers.”
Al-Imran (The Family of Imran) 3:175
This verse speaks directly to the manipulation of fear. When voices try to instill terror in our hearts—whether of enemies, catastrophes, or uncertain futures—we are reminded that this fear itself comes from Satan. True believers recognize fear-mongering for what it is and instead maintain reverent awareness of God alone.
From the Old Testament:
“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.”
Written to a people facing genuine threats from powerful enemies, these words remind us that God’s presence is more powerful than any human threat. Those who would make us afraid—the warmongers, the fear-merchants—ultimately have no power over those whom God upholds. Our strength comes not from weapons or walls, but from the One who strengthens us.
From the New Testament:
“Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.”
The peace God offers stands in stark contrast to worldly “peace” maintained through threat and violence. This divine peace cannot be shaken by warmongers or their propaganda. It is a peace that steadies the heart even when the drums of war are beating, because it comes from a source beyond the reach of any human power.
Three sacred texts, one unwavering truth: do not let the warmongers frighten you. Whether they profit from weapons, power, or division, their tools are fear and manipulation. But those who trust in God need not be moved by their threats. The God who is with us, who strengthens us, who gives us peace—this God is greater than all who would make us afraid.