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For the ones who carry

Fear

Do not be afraid. I have called you by name.

Reflections

Fear lies. It tells you the worst is certain. It is not.

Scripture

The Lord is my light and my salvation — whom shall I fear?

Psalm 27:1

Carmelite Voice

Whoever has God lacks nothing.

St. Teresa of Ávila

Courage is not the absence of fear — it is praying anyway.

Scripture

When I am afraid, I put my trust in you.

Psalm 56:3

Carmelite Voice

I do not fear; I have only to love.

St. Thérèse of Lisieux

He has not given you a spirit of fear, but of power, love, and a sound mind.

Scripture

For the Spirit God gave us does not make us timid, but gives us power, love and self-discipline.

2 Timothy 1:7

Carmelite Voice

The bird that perches on a fragile branch is not afraid, for it trusts not the branch but its own wings.

St. Teresa Benedicta of the Cross (Edith Stein)

Fear shrinks when named. Whisper it aloud to Him — not as confession of weakness, but as an act of trust.

Scripture

I sought the Lord, and he answered me; he delivered me from all my fears.

Psalm 34:4

Carmelite Voice

Fear is useless. What is needed is trust.

St. Pope John Paul II

Even the disciples, with Christ in their boat, were afraid. He did not scold them. He only said: 'It is I.' Hear that tonight.

Scripture

Take courage! It is I. Don't be afraid.

Mark 6:50

Carmelite Voice

Pray, hope, and don't worry. Worry is useless. God is merciful and will hear your prayer.

St. Padre Pio