I have a friendly reminder for those of us who have faith in Jesus the Messiah: Do not be anxious.
Let’s remind ourselves of what we are told in the Bible in Philippians 4:6-7:
“Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, 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.”
I understand this can be easier said than done. When the trial hits, we can be stunned, even disoriented. Our minds can swirl in confusion.
And then the Comforter comes and helps us look to Jesus, dial back the anxiety, and seek the help of God. We wait for His answer and His direction for the way we should take.
God is waiting to hear our prayer requests right now. So bring your concerns to Him. Trust Him. Look to Jesus, and allow the peace of God to guard your heart and your mind in Christ Jesus.
And through it all, let's follow Jesus.