How to respond to one of the most destructive habits we all (at times) struggle with
Follower’s of Christ are not exempt from worrying! However, we do possess the antidote for overcoming such a common habit that we can fall into when distressing circumstances arise.
One of the best practices I’ve found to handling difficult situations that can easily overwhelm me, and rob me of my peace … is to go to God’s word for guidance.
You may consider choosing to memorize specific passages, or have some prepared as your ‘go-to’ verses whenever the storms of life hit.
I promise you won’t regret having a plan in place that focuses on the only One who can truly bring relief to your troubled mind.
For example …
Jesus says this in John 14:27, “Peace I leave with you; My peace I give to you; not as the world gives do I give to you. Do not let your heart be troubled, nor let it be afraid.”
Paul says in Philippians 4:13, “I can do all things through Him who strengthens me.”
Peter says in 1 Peter 5:6-7, “Therefore humble yourselves under the mighty hand of God, so that He may exalt you at the appropriate time, casting all your cares on Him, for He cares about you.”
King David says in Psalm 55:22 says, “Cast your burden on the Lord, and He will sustain you, He will never permit the righteous to be moved.”
The prophet Isaiah says in Isaiah 41:10, “Do not fear [anything], for I am with you; Do not be afraid, for I am your God. I will strengthen you, be assured I will help you; I will certainly take hold of you with My righteous right hand [a hand of justice, of power, of victory, of salvation].”
Paul said in Philippians 4:19, “And this same God who takes care of me will supply all your needs from his glorious riches, which have been given to us in Christ Jesus.”
Rather than defaulting to worrying about something that is outside of our control … let’s pay attention to what is very much within our control by giving it to God!
Next time you find yourself in a state of worry … try putting God to the test and remembering what Paul says here in Philippians 4:6-7:
“Don’t worry about anything; instead, pray about everything. Tell God what you need, and thank him for all he has done. Then you will experience God’s peace, which exceeds anything we can understand. His peace will guard your hearts and minds as you live in Christ Jesus.”