How to Resist a Culture of Fear | Christian Standard, April 2017 examines fear, courage, risk, and Christian faith in a culture shaped by anxiety, uncertainty, and self-protection. Through biblical reflection, personal testimony, ministry reporting, and practical guidance, this issue asks how believers can respond faithfully when fear influences both private decisions and public life.
The visible contents approach the subject from several angles. Aaron and Diane Lincoln explore why fear has become so prevalent in American culture. Jeff Faull writes about holy risk and the reality that following God often requires courage. David Wright reports on ministry to soldiers in Ukraine, while Anna Batyuto describes serving Christ in a Muslim country. Daniel Schantz and Doug Redford address fear through Scripture, and Jerran and Lareesa Jackson look at boldness in Christian history. The issue also includes testimonies from church leaders reflecting on the riskiest moves they have made for God.
Additional articles broaden the conversation by focusing on discernment, pride, political life, church security, social influence, and the resurrection victory of Jesus. Together, these pieces frame fear not simply as an emotion to manage, but as a spiritual challenge that calls for wisdom, humility, trust, and obedience.
For readers researching Christian responses to fear, How to Resist a Culture of Fear | Christian Standard, April 2017 provides a clear snapshot of how churches and ministry leaders were addressing anxiety, courage, and gospel confidence.
