Be careful for nothing; but in every thing by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God. — Philippians 4:6

Anxiety is worrying about things we can’t change and can’t stop thinking about. Anxiety takes over and controls a mind that isn’t doing anything and a heart that is having trouble, filling both with doubt, fear, and dread. But you can’t get rid of anxiety; it has to be replaced. We get rid of our worries when we give them to the Lord and trust that he will take care of us. Then, when we thank him for what he has done and what he is doing in our lives, those worries and concerns are replaced by a real sense of his presence. So, we can once again have faith in what he has in store for us.

 

Thought

Anxiety is worrying about things we can’t change and can’t stop thinking about. Anxiety takes over and controls a mind that isn’t doing anything and a heart that is having trouble, filling both with doubt, fear, and dread. But you can’t get rid of anxiety; it has to be replaced. We get rid of our worries when we give them to the Lord and trust that he will take care of us. Then, when we thank him for what he has done and what he is doing in our lives, those worries and concerns are replaced by a real sense of his presence. So, we can once again have faith in what he has in store for us.

 

Prayer

I am aware of your affection, Father. You have gone above and beyond to rescue and bless me. It is with full awareness that I place my worries and troubles in your capable hands (especially those issues that are stressing your heart today). Furthermore, I would like to express my gratitude for all the blessings I have received throughout my life, especially the favors you have received from God. Father, please fill my heart with your Spirit and my thoughts with your peace. In Jesus’ precious name I pray. Amen.