In Perfect Rest

Philippians 4:6

God wants us to live without fear, worry, and anxiety because He knows that these emotions are the weapons that Satan uses to paralyze us and distracts us from our relationship with Him. The people of the world may not know how to live a worry/fear/anxiety-free life, but we know the truth as Christians. Apostle Paul gives us the key to overcome all types of anxiety in our lives. He says, in all situation, with prayers, petition and thanksgiving, put all your anxiety upon Christ for He cares for you and in the following verse, he says, and the peace of God which transcends all understanding will guard your hearts and minds in Christ Jesus.

Therefore, let not the anxieties of your life control your mind and thoughts; instead, let the peace of God guard your heart and mind. When you are anxious, say to yourself – my God is in control.

Remember that the first step to an anxiety-free mind is to give your life to Jesus Christ. Once you’ve taken that step, it is important to fix our thoughts on Jesus and the promises He gave us. Billy Graham said – Anxiety is the natural result when our hopes are centered in anything short of God and His will for us.

PRACTICAL LESSON

There will be anxious moments in our lives, but instead of allowing the anxiety to grip our hearts and minds, let us overcome it with prayer, thanksgiving, supplication and holding on to the promises of God.

PRAYER

Dear Lord, help me to come to you right at the moment when fear or anxiety controls my life instead of waiting until I can’t stand them anymore. Free me from all my fears and anxieties. Help me look to you for help more often so that I can be radiant with your joy.

In Jesus’ Name. Amen