The Fear Factor - Bro. John LaFontaine

This video, titled "Wednesday, November 19th, 2014 — John LaFontaine The Fear Factor," features a powerful sermon by Bro. John LaFontaine centered on overcoming the spirit of fear through faith and the word of God. Core Message & Key Points The sermon is based on 2 Timothy 1:7: "For God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind." The Nature of Fear: Bro. John identifies fear as one of the devil's greatest weapons, describing it as an "anointing to fail" that cages believers and keeps them from their full potential and inheritance in Christ. Faith vs. Fear: He emphasizes that while faith brings results and is of God, fear has no value, causes worry, and is of the devil. Lessons from Israel: Using the account from Numbers 13, he contrasts the "evil report" of the ten spies, who saw themselves as grasshoppers, with the faith of Caleb, who declared they were "well able" to possess the land. The Battle of the Mind: He explains that how we view ourselves determines how others see us. He encourages the congregation to "unlearn" fear and replace it with the mind of Christ. Actionable Takeaway: He provides a "70% rule" to reduce worry: 40% of what we worry about never happens, and 30% is in the past and cannot be changed. Structure and Atmosphere Introductory Worship: The video begins with a soulful rendition of the hymn "Rock of Ages." Personal Connection: Bro. John shares warm anecdotes about his history in Lima, Ohio, and asks for prayers for his family. Engagement: The sermon is highly interactive, with call-and-response elements, humor (such as the "Heckle and Jeckle" analogy), and congregational singing of songs like "Because He Lives." The Call to Action: It concludes with a prayer for deliverance from the "fear factor" and a reminder that as children of the King, believers are wired for faith, not fear. In short, it’s a motivating message focused on breaking spiritual barriers and living the "abundant life" promised in scripture.