Oh them lions they can eat my body but they can't (slinky!) swallow my soul, no no no

The second chapter of Thurman's Jesus and the Disinherited is on fear. Everyone experiences fear and there are many different types of fear. Thurman writes a lot (S & W Rule 17 - Omit needless words) on the constant fear of the disinherited, as well as its influence on their children. While we consider ourselves extremely blessed, my family is relatively poor. I have never thought much of it because the Lord has blessed us with an amazing support system, and growing up my friends were in the same boat as I was. Since coming to North Park, I have realized the fear that Thurman talks about for the children of the disinherited is a reality in my life, though not too extreme. It comes in the smaller things, such as a fear of letting others down by my unwillingness to go to Olive Garden, use too much public transportation, or see a show that costs more than I am willing to spend. It is a fear that is only possible in comparison to others. However, Thurman goes on to say "If, on the other hand, the elders understand in their own experiences and lives the tremendous insight of Jesus, it is possible for them to share their enthusiasm with their children." This is how I consider myself blessed. My parent's commitment to Jesus and to our church have kept my dreams from ever reaching a ceiling. I know that I am God's, and that He can get me through anything. One of the verses Thurman mentions is one that I keep constantly by my side: Matthew 6:25-34. This verse is a wonderful help for those who fear, but you really have to believe it.