“Perfect love casts out fear.” – 1 John 4:18
A father teaches his child to swim, supporting her in the deep end. When she panics, he holds her close and says, “I’ve got you. Look at me.” Her eyes lock on his calm, sure face. The terrifying water is still there, but her fear dissolves in the security of his embrace, and she begins to move freely, trusting he will not let her sink.
John teaches that God’s love is not sentimental or fragile but powerful and transforming. Perfect love drives out fear because fear thrives where trust is absent. As we remain in God and openly confess Jesus as His Son, His love takes root in us and reshapes how we see ourselves, our circumstances, and even God Himself (1 John 4:15–16). Fear distorts vision, causing us to misinterpret God’s presence as a threat rather than a rescue. We see this in the Gospel when the disciples, overwhelmed by the storm, are afraid not only of the wind and waves but also of Jesus as He draws near. Yet He speaks peace to them: “Do not be afraid” (Mark 6:50). When fear grips your heart, turn toward Christ instead of withdrawing. Stay close to His love, remember that He holds you securely, and let His perfect peace flow through you to others.
Today’s devotional-07 January, 2026 ~ www.dailyfaithechoes.org
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Take time today to sit quietly with the Lord, notice where fear has crept in, meditate on His loving presence through Scripture, journal your trust in Him, and gently extend His peace to someone else.
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Lord Jesus, perfect Love who casts out fear, draw us close when our hearts tremble, help us trust Your nearness, and fill us with Your peace so we may reflect Your love to others. Amen.
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Scripture is adapted from the Catholic Daily Readings of the day.
First Reading: 1 John 4:11–18
Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 72:1–2, 10–11, 12–13
Second Reading: —
Alleluia: 1 John 4:18
Gospel: Mark 6:45–52
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