Denial refuses to acknowledge that there is a problem
Wisdom endeavors to see a problem for what it is
Fear magnifies and exaggerates a problem
Denial rationalizes inaction
Wisdom pursues prudent action
Fear produces over-reaction
Denial breeds apathy
Wisdom breeds contemplation
Fear breeds panic
Denial fights to maintain the status quo
Wisdom seeks a measured response
Fear makes a bad situation worse
Denial is emboldened by a stubborn will
Wisdom is empowered by a peaceful mind
Fear is fueled by a fruitful imagination
Denial results in complacency
Wisdom looks toward hope
Fear leads to desperation
God grant us the strength & wisdom to grab ahold
of the things you’ve placed in our hands
And grant us the faith & hope to trust You
for the things that are beyond our reach
And Lord, please give us the discernment to
recognize the difference between the two
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