Thursday, June 27, 2019

December 12, 2018 - Joy versus Worry

“Don’t worry about anything; instead, pray about everything. Tell God what you need, and thank him for all he has done.” Philippians‬ ‭4:6‬ ‭NLT‬‬
I have read this verse hundreds, if not thousands, of times, and I love it. But when I read it today, two words stood out so clearly. ANYTHING and EVERYTHING. 
If you’re like me, it doesn’t come naturally to not worry at all - there’s always something on our minds!! I don’t know when we stop worr.... being concerned for our children - it can feel like the responsible thing for us to do!! 
Pastor Patrick spoke about Joy this weekend - and I was thinking as I listened that for me, the opposite of worry is Joy. The biggest change I have experienced this year is a huge move in the direction of not worrying, which is a little incredible considering my health situation! 🙂 But I know it is due to the power of prayer - people praying for us, God showing Himself to be so REAL in this season, and growing in my trust in Him. What a gift!
I just want to encourage any friends who are worrying today - He loves you and He knows your situation. He can be trusted.

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