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4 Reasons Not to Worry
What Does the Bible Say About Worry?
By Mary Fairchild, About.com Guide
I've spent an awful lot of time in my life worrying. I've worried about grades
in school, job interviews, approaching deadlines and shrinking budgets. I've
worried about bills and expenses, rising gas prices, insurance costs and
endless taxes. I've even worried about having my home in perfect condition for
"company," and within seconds of their arrival, the house is turned upside
down and no one even notices.
I've worried about first impressions, political correctness, identity theft
and contagious infections. In spite of all the worrying, I'm still alive and
well, and all my bills are paid.
Over the span of my lifetime, worrying accounts for hours and hours of
invaluable time that I'll never get back. So, I have decided that I'd like to
spend my time more wisely and more enjoyably. If you're not convinced yet to
give up your worrying, here are four biblical reasons not to worry.
Worrying Accomplishes Absolutely Nothing.
I don't know about you, but I don't have any time to waste these days. And
worrying is a waste of very precious time. Worrying won't help you solve a
problem or bring about a solution, so why waste your time and energy on it?
Matthew 6:27-29
Can all your worries add a single moment to your life? And why worry about
your clothing? Look at the lilies of the field and how they grow. They don't
work or make their clothing, yet Solomon in all his glory was not dressed as
beautifully as they are. (NLT)
Worrying is Not Good for You.
Worrying is destructive to us in many ways. It becomes a mental burden that
can even cause us to grow physically sick.
Proverbs 12:25
Worry weighs a person down; an encouraging word cheers a person up. (NLT)
Worrying is the Opposite of Trusting God.
The energy that we spend worrying can be put to much better use in prayer.
Here's a little formula to remember: Worry replaced by Prayer equals Trust.
Matthew 6:30
And if God cares so wonderfully for wildflowers that are here today and thrown
into the fire tomorrow, he will certainly care for you. Why do you have so
little faith? (NLT)
Philippians 4:6-7
Don't worry about anything; instead, pray about everything. Tell God what you
need, and thank him for all he has done. Then you will experience God's peace,
which exceeds anything we can understand. His peace will guard your hearts and
minds as you live in Christ Jesus. (NLT)
Worrying Puts Your Focus in the Wrong Direction.
When we keep our eyes focused on God, we remember his love for us and we
realize we truly have nothing to worry about. God has a wonderful plan for our
lives, and part of that plan includes taking care of us. Even in the difficult
times, when it seems like God doesn't care, we can put our trust in the Lord
and focus on his kingdom. God will take care of our every need.
Matthew 6:25
That is why I tell you not to worry about everyday life-whether you have
enough food and drink, or enough clothes to wear. Isn't life more than food,
and your body more than clothing? (NLT)
Matthew 6:31-33
So don't worry about these things, saying, 'What will we eat? What will we
drink? What will we wear?' These things dominate the thoughts of unbelievers,
but your heavenly Father already knows all your needs. Seek the Kingdom of God
above all else, and live righteously, and he will give you everything you
need. (NLT)
1 Peter 5:7
Give all your worries and cares to God, for he cares about you. (NLT)
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