God's Love

Love Without Fear

"There is no fear in love; perfect love casts out fear."
1 John 4:18

Reflection

Fear and love cannot share the same room for long. The more you know you are loved, the less space fear has.

Prayer

Father, let Your love push out my fear. Amen!

Talk about it as a family

  1. What makes you afraid at night?
  2. How does love push fear away?
  3. Who helps you feel safe?

5-minute activity

Make a "brave and loved" card to keep by the bed, with the verse and a drawing of something that helps the child feel safe. Pray together over the card tonight. Read 1 John 4:18.

The story in the Bible

The Letters of JohnRead the illustrated story →

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