It’s obvious that people are scared and afraid of the unknown. There is a lot of fear in the air because of the Coronavirus. But, in these moments of adversity, there lies a better solution.
We cannot allow fear to control our lives.
People are afraid of the unknown and the media is perpetuating that fear. This episode, I talk about the three secrets to finding peace in a fearful world.
1. Be the presence of peace.
The person in the room with the most peace is the person in the room with the most influence. It’s a fact. Our church just released a Coronavirus notice for our congregation. We wanted to let them know we’re taking things seriously, but not panicking either. We decided to be the focus of peace.
The Bible tells us that there is peace in Jesus. “Peace I leave with you, My peace I give to you; not as the world gives do I give to you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid,” John [14:27].
What are you doing right now to spread love and peace in your area of influence? I’m not talking about belittling or making light of the fact that people have died, that’s sad, but taking the time to show up and be the person people look up to in times of uncertainty.
If you want to have influence, YOU can be the Kryptonite that can dispel fear and anxiety. Remember, God has not given us a spirit of fear. Tha’s not his job, he loves to bring a sound mind, peace, and comfort to those who need a little distraction from what the media is spewing out daily.
2. Ignite the passion of the people around you.
Do something today! Show up and allow yourself to bring a little passion. Passion irradicates panic. When people see how passionate you are about the peace that surpasses all understanding, they’ll want to follow. The media only spells doom, gloom, and despair. Don’t give in to what they’re selling. It’s disgusting and evil.
Yes, this pandemic, as the CDC calls it is terrible. Yes, people are dying. But it’s also been said that it’s a relatively mild illness. I’m not trying to minimalize the facts, but oftentimes, when we show up as people who focus on something other than what the world expects, it often influences conversations that are healthy and full of peace, than filled with fear of tomorrow.
What are you passionate about? What gets your buzzer going? As influencers, leaders, and writers, our goal is to inspire people to be the very best. We are designed to be influential in our spheres of relationships. People matter and how you approach these people, how you show up each day, will give them something healthy to think about.
And if you can get a few individuals to follow you, or start making their own mark, even better.
3. Bring practical solutions.
I would venture to say, the most common solutions that combat fear and anxiety are often the most simple. Take the Coronavirus, for example, the best means of combating the illness or avoiding it; wash your hands, be smart, limit contact with large groups of people, and for Pete’s sake, leave some gosh-darn toilet paper for the rest of us.
People are looking for answers in this uncertain time. They’re looking for ways to combat the panic they’re undoubtedly feeling. But as leaders, our job is to have the answers, something they can grasp and run within their search for success.
If you’re a writer, write the book God’s put on your heart. Use this opportunity when people are looking for a little hope. Light dies in the darkness when we turn off the switch. Remember, Jesus is your source of power, peace, and inspiration.
If you’re a leader, teach people how to celebrate their wins. Focus on things that are above by helping people connect with your vision for a brighter tomorrow. When we work together for the greater good of mankind, by helping our fellow neighbors, we invite peace, even when things seem impossible.
The inconvenient often becomes the vehicle through which the impossible becomes inevitable. If we want to see the impossible happen in our businesses and lives, we need a little vision, mixed with a little passion, to find that what stretches us brings the impossible a little closer.
That, my friends, brings peace into the home.
From a practical standpoint, if people are concerned about their money. Tell them now is the time to invest in the market. Everything is on sale in the market right now. Buy low, sell high. The Bible even tells us there are times to buy and build wealth in Ecclesiastes 3.
Start investing into your future, whether you’re writing a book, casting vision for your company, starting a new business venture, or encouraging your congregation. Do something today. Show up and see that God will use you to dispel fear, anxiety, and bring peace into the lives of those around you.
Remember, don’t celebrate the people who are sick. We’ll always have them. The media is selling panic for political reasons. We have the ultimate weapon against fear – peace, and Jesus.
Be the beacon of peace!
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Jason (J.B.) Sisam. Best-selling Amazon author of the Christian Early Reader book, 
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