Good Morning Friends,
“Do not be anxious about anything, but in
everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to
God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your
hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.” (Philippians 4:6-7)
Worry is a constant companion in life for many
of us, maybe even most of us. There is a lot to worry about.
We worry about our health. We worry about our
families. We worry about our country. We worry about our jobs. We worry about
money. I'm starting to worry just listing all the things we have to worry
about!
But though worry seems a natural response to
the uncertainties of life it’s not the response God is looking for in us. Paul
encourages us to replace worry with prayer.
Prayer demonstrates trust in God’s ability and
willingness to help. Prayer is about dependence upon Him. Prayer is about His love.
Prayer is about trusting Him.
When we do depend upon Him, grasp His love, and
trust Him; then worry is replaced by peace. It’s not a natural thing. In fact,
it transcends all understanding. It’s the gift of God to those who trust Him.
It makes sense to me. After all, He has proven
Himself very trustworthy through history and even in my own life. If it makes
so much sense, then why is it so hard to do?
His, by Grace,
Steve
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