When we worry how many of those worries are unfounded? Unhealthy worrying can cripple us to the point of making us ineffective and unable to cope with life’s challenges. It can also lead to depression. We worry over sickness, viruses, finances, family, children, salt, sugar, unforeseen dangers and many other things.
Worry is described as ‘an uncomfortable feeling in the mind, caused by a mixture of fear and uncertainty’.
Sadly, worry can also take a heavy toll on our physical and mental health. Dr Charles Mayo once said, ‘Worry affects the circulation and the whole nervous system. I’ve never known a man who died from overwork, but I’ve known many who have died from doubt’.
So, what are you worrying about today?
In Matthew 6: 25-34, Jesus spoke about the futility of worry and offered us some insight to help us win the battle over worry. So here are a few pointers to help you if you are facing moments of worry.
1) Understand that worry won’t change anything
Not only does worry not change anything, it also adds unnecessary stress to our day.
2) Learn to live ‘One Day at a Time’
Jesus mentions that there is enough trouble for each day and we should therefore focus on living each day as it comes, without worrying about tomorrow (verse 34). This does not mean that we shouldn’t plan for the future, but it certainly means that we shouldn’t worry over it. A quote I read says ‘Planning for tomorrow is time well spent. Worrying about tomorrow is time wasted’.
3) Believe that God will take care of our needs
Referring to food, drink and clothing (symbolic of all our needs), Jesus said, “…your Heavenly Father knows that you need them” (verse 32).
God not only knows our needs, He is more than able to take care of them!
When we worry how many of those worries are unfounded? Unhealthy worrying can cripple us to the point of making us ineffective and unable to cope with life’s challenges. It can also lead to depression. We worry over sickness, viruses, finances, family, children, salt, sugar, unforeseen dangers and many other things.
Worry is described as ‘an uncomfortable feeling in the mind, caused by a mixture of fear and uncertainty’.
Sadly, worry can also take a heavy toll on our physical and mental health. Dr Charles Mayo once said, ‘Worry affects the circulation and the whole nervous system. I’ve never known a man who died from overwork, but I’ve known many who have died from doubt’.
So, what are you worrying about today?
In Matthew 6: 25-34, Jesus spoke about the futility of worry and offered us some insight to help us win the battle over worry. So here are a few pointers to help you if you are facing moments of worry.
1) Understand that worry won’t change anything
Not only does worry not change anything, it also adds unnecessary stress to our day.
2) Learn to live ‘One Day at a Time’
Jesus mentions that there is enough trouble for each day and we should therefore focus on living each day as it comes, without worrying about tomorrow (verse 34). This does not mean that we shouldn’t plan for the future, but it certainly means that we shouldn’t worry over it. A quote I read says ‘Planning for tomorrow is time well spent. Worrying about tomorrow is time wasted’.
3) Believe that God will take care of our needs
Referring to food, drink and clothing (symbolic of all our needs), Jesus said, “…your Heavenly Father knows that you need them” (verse 32).
God not only knows our needs, He is more than able to take care of them!
4) Seek God first
Jesus encourages us to “Seek first His Kingdom and His righteousness” (verse 33), with the assurance that when we do so, all that we need will be given to us. This attitude helps us place our hearts on loving God more than having our material needs met. It also assures us that all the things we worry about will be taken care of by Him. It is a very good policy to follow.
When we worry how many of those worries are unfounded? Unhealthy worrying can cripple us to the point of making us ineffective and unable to cope with life’s challenges. It can also lead to depression. We worry over sickness, viruses, finances, family, children, salt, sugar, unforeseen dangers and many other things.
Worry is described as ‘an uncomfortable feeling in the mind, caused by a mixture of fear and uncertainty’.
Sadly, worry can also take a heavy toll on our physical and mental health. Dr Charles Mayo once said, ‘Worry affects the circulation and the whole nervous system. I’ve never known a man who died from overwork, but I’ve known many who have died from doubt’.
So, what are you worrying about today?
In Matthew 6: 25-34, Jesus spoke about the futility of worry and offered us some insight to help us win the battle over worry. So here are a few pointers to help you if you are facing moments of worry.
1) Understand that worry won’t change anything
Not only does worry not change anything, it also adds unnecessary stress to our day.
2) Learn to live ‘One Day at a Time’
Jesus mentions that there is enough trouble for each day and we should therefore focus on living each day as it comes, without worrying about tomorrow (verse 34). This does not mean that we shouldn’t plan for the future, but it certainly means that we shouldn’t worry over it. A quote I read says ‘Planning for tomorrow is time well spent. Worrying about tomorrow is time wasted’.
3) Believe that God will take care of our needs
Referring to food, drink and clothing (symbolic of all our needs), Jesus said, “…your Heavenly Father knows that you need them” (verse 32).
God not only knows our needs, He is more than able to take care of them!
4) Seek God first
Jesus encourages us to “Seek first His Kingdom and His righteousness” (verse 33), with the assurance that when we do so, all that we need will be given to us. This attitude helps us place our hearts on loving God more than having our material needs met. It also assures us that all the things we worry about will be taken care of by Him. It is a very good policy to follow.
4) Turn your worry to Praise!
What we focus on dictates how we feel and what we do! When we concentrate on our troubles and fix our focus on worry we take our eyes off God and trusting that He is able to get us through our circumstance. So focus instead on praising God and allow Him to fill our minds with His perfect peace.
Closing Thought – ‘Don’t let the worries of tomorrow hinder your praise!