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Daily Devotion — Romans 12 — The Best Way to Cast Out Fear
Have you ever heard the children’s song “O Be Careful, Little Eyes?” The first verse urges us to be careful about what we see with our eyes because our Father in heaven knows our true intentions. How can we be faithful with our eyes, loving God with everything we see and cast out fear in our lives?
Abhor What is Evil
Well, October is always a tough month for me because I see so many images of evil, fear, and death. While others seem to enjoy tinkering with fear, I become a cornered wolverine when another Friday the 13th commercial pierces my peaceful evening.
But fearful media doesn’t return to its home in the underground come November 1, so I’ve had year-round practice turning my inner wolverine into a laid-back otter.
The Apostle Paul provides an answer in the Book of Romans.
Let love be without hypocrisy. Abhor what is evil. Cling to what is good (Romans 12:9).
The Greek word for “abhor” comes from a root meaning “separation.” So to “abhor” evil is more than hating how it makes you feel. It means taking action to separate yourself from evil, whether it’s images, sounds, words, or actions.
