DO NOT FEAR
April 20, 2025
Kaka’ako Gathering
Pastor Shayne Tauaefa
Innovative Concepts Mission:
Reaching and redeeming the Unchurched, Making Disciples,
and Multiplying Leaders who establish Spirit-Led, Spirit-Empowered churches,
bringing hope and renewal to every community we serve,
to further the expansion of God’s Kingdom.
He isn’t here! He is risen from the dead… —Matthew 28:6 NLT
“Don’t be afraid, for I am with you. Don’t be discouraged, for I am your God.
I will strengthen you and help you.
I will hold you up with my victorious right hand.” —Isaiah 41:10 NLT
SERMON OUTLINE
1) HISTORICAL CONTEXT
• Isaiah 41 is written during a time when Israel was under
threat from powerful empires—most notably Babylon.
The people were either in exile or facing the fear of exile.
• It’s God’s message of comfort to His people, assuring them
that He had not forgotten them and that He would
ultimately deliver them.
2) MEANING
[Five assurances we can trust in]
• “Do not fear, for I am with you” – God’s presence
is constant, even in uncertain times.
• “Do not be dismayed, for I am your God”– He reminds us
of our relationship with Him; He is our God,
personal and faithful.
• “I will strengthen you”– God provides inner strength
when we feel weak.
• “I will help you” – He offers tangible support in times
of need.
• “I will uphold you with my righteous right hand” – God
sustains us with His justice, power, and unwavering hand.
APPLICATION
For those facing fear, anxiety, or uncertainty:
This verse is a grounding truth that God is near.
We can exchange fear for faith because God Himself
is our source of help and strength.
SMALL GROUP DISCUSSION GUIDE
1) In what areas of your life are experiencing fear or anxiety?
How does Isaiah 41:10 speak to those situations?
2) How has God’s presence brought you comfort
in times of uncertainty or difficulty in the past?
3) Isaiah 41:10 emphasizes God’s personal relationships
with us, saying “I am your God”
What does this mean to you?
4) Which of the five assurances do you find
most encouraging? Why?
5) How can you apply the truths of Isaiah 41:10
to help support or encourage someone else
who may be struggling with fear, anxiety or doubt?
“The generous will prosper; those who refresh others
will themselves be refreshed.” —Proverbs 11:25 NLT
“The one who blesses others is abundantly blessed;
those who help others are helped.” —Proverbs 11:25 MSG
