Why Worry?

Refuse to worry! In this world there will always be something enticing you to worry. That is the nature of a fallen, fractured planet: Things are not as they should be. So the temptation to be anxious is constantly with you, trying to worm its way into your mind. The best defense is continual communication with Me, richly seasoned with thanksgiving. Awareness of My Presence fills your mind with Light and Peace, leaving no room for fear. This awareness lifts you up above your circumstances, enabling you to see problems from My perspective. Live close to Me! Together we can keep the wolves of worry at bay.

“Who of you by worrying can add a single hour to his life? Since you cannot do this very little thing, why do you worry about the rest?” —Luke 12:25–26

Be joyful always; pray continually; give thanks in all circumstances, for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus. —1 Thessalonians 5:16–18
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Why do we worry? Does it make us feel more secure? Does it help us manage our stress? Does it make us feel happier about the given situation? Think about the story of Abraham and when Sarah told him to choose between his son Isaac and his son Ishmael. How hard would a decision like that be? Abraham instantly turned to God and asked Him what he should do. Instead of worrying, Abraham trusted God for the right answer. When God told him to send his son Ishmael and Hagar, his mother, away, Abraham was confident that God would protect them and keep them safe from all harm.

Instead of worry about how the next situation in your life is going to play out, turn your head to God and ask Him for guidance. God will give us direction, if we open our ears and listen.