Tough Questions from Kids
The Devil Keeps Scaring Me at Night. I’m Afraid to Sleep by Myself, so I Leave the Light on. Can You Help Me?
-Wally Grant If Jesus is your Savior, He wants to help you get over your fear. As a child of God you can depend on Him for help whenever you are afraid.When you go to bed at night remember you are never alone. Jesus is always with you to comfort and protect you-even in the dark. He loves in your heart by God’s Holy Spirit. Jesus is much greater and more powerful than the devil so trust Him for courage.
Talk to God when you’re scared. Admit you’re afraid and ask for help. Choose one of the truths from the Bible below and make it your prayer:
- When I am afraid, I will trust in you. (Ps. 56:3)
- I will fear no evil, for you are with me. (Ps. 23:4)
- The Lord is my helper; I will not be afraid. (Heb. 13:6)