The cure for spiritual anxiety #RTTBROS #Nightlight #NK #Normankissinge
"Be careful for nothing; but in every thing by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God. And the peace of God, which passeth all understanding, shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus." (Philippians 4:6-7, KJV)
Anxiety is something that plagues many Christians today. The stresses and cares of life can often feel overwhelming, causing us to worry and fret. But as children of God, we are called to trust Him fully, casting all our cares upon Him (1 Peter 5:7).
The Apostle Paul, who faced immense trials and hardships, exhorts us in Philippians to "Be careful for nothing" - in other words, do not be anxious about anything. Instead, we are to bring everything to God in prayer, with thanksgiving.
This is not always easy to do. When faced with dire circumstances, our natural inclination is often to worry. But Paul is clear - the antidote to anxiety is prayer. By humbling ourselves before God, acknowledging our neediness and dependence on Him, and expressing gratitude for His goodness and faithfulness, we open the way for His supernatural peace to guard our hearts and minds.
This peace "passeth all understanding." It transcends our circumstances and human reasoning. It is not the absence of problems, but a deep, abiding sense of God's presence and sovereignty in the midst of them. It provides stability, security and soundness of mind, even in life's storms.
Achieving this peace starts with having a right relationship with God through faith in Jesus Christ. It grows as we cultivate that relationship through regular prayer and thanksgiving. While anxiety may still come, as we consistently bring our requests to Him, we will increasingly experience His peace.
Whatever you are facing today, bring it to the Lord in prayer. Thank Him in advance for how He will undertake. Entrust yourself and your circumstances to His loving care. And let His perfect peace be your portion. May you find blessed rest and freedom from anxiety as you abide in Him.
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