Welcome Encouragement for Today friends! I am so glad you are here! In my devotion today I shared one of the many ways I have learned to process my worries and fear, and how God used my own struggles to help my son overcome his.
And I also wanted to share a printable to download and keep for those days when you and your loved ones feel afraid.
CLICK HERE to download my “Fear Not For I am With You” FREE printable.
These verses have been woven into countless conversations I’ve had with Jesus about my fears and worries, and my kids’ too. I love these scriptures because the first one includes God’s words speaking to me, and the second one is phrased as my declaration and prayer back to Him.
There is nothing more powerful than our hearts hearing our lips proclaim our trust in God’s truth. Again and again.
I pray this printable is a blessing today as you let it lead your anxious thoughts to Jesus!! Hold those worries in your hands and ask: Is this what Jesus would say to me?
If fear is saying something to your heart that Jesus would not say to you – then the answer is NO! And YOU GET TO DECDE that it doesn’t get to stay! I’m praying for each of you who stop by today!
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Something I struggle with daily. I love your illustration with the ball. I need to remind myself to do this every time a worry pops in my head instead of continually thinking about and worrying about it! More trusting less worry! Thanks for your devotion today!
Lately I’ve been turning to the Bible more than usually when I’m anxious/ scared. My son, also an Andrew, has always had great fears about things that keep his mind worried daily. Thank you for this great resource, and all of the wonderful devotions I’ve found in Proberbs 31!
Thank you for the blessings of your words!
Fear and anxiety were my mother’s constant companions as her dementia took control of her brain. I searched for scriptures to read to her and help comfort her. Funny thing was, they comforted me too.
The fears of the unknown creep in from time to time, especially now with my Dad being sick. The unknown of whether or not his treatments are working (even though we were told his cancer can’t be cured); what will happen to my mom? Will she move in with my husband, daughter and I? What is in store for her? It’s scary, my Dad has always been my rock growing up. He would always tell me “don’t worry about something you don’t have control of”. I am trying to do that now and it’s so hard. I pray for strength every day, not just for me, but for my parents, my daughter and the rest of the family.
My heart resonates with so many of these thoughts shared by these dear sisters! Single mom, unwanted divorce, wanting to fix things for my children, especially for my son, who has wandered through the wasteland of depression & anxiety
God’s word, reminding me of His faithfulness & sovereignty, has been the anchor. Isaiah 41:10 has been referenced in so many places- God’s whispers to me of His presence. Thanks for this devotional Renee.
My fear and worry is that my son will not remember that he is loved, and will try to take his life. I discuss this with Christ and I keep his promises that he will handle this and all my cares. Like Renee, I want to fix things for my sons.
I usually have issues at night but I have found that listening to praise and worship songs with earbud headphones and my mp3 player calms my mind. 🙂
Fear and worry is definitely a part of my everyday life at the moment. My husband is about to go to trial for a crime he did not commit. I know the situation is in God’s hands and with his strength is how me and my two young kids have gotten this far. The enemy keeps sneaking back into my thoughts with worrysome thoughts.
God has helped me overcome fear a lot more in the past few years. When I begin feeling anxious, I try to begin praying and seeking His help. I often quote the verse, “When I am afraid, I will trust in You” to remind children in my care to give their concerns to God or I even sing a song that goes with that verse.
I have had anxiety disorder all my life. I grew up in a very verbal and physically abusive home. I didn’t know that is what I had until my late 20’s. Then I was a single mom of two boys and each had some challenges on their own so anxiety just was constant. I am now trying to learn to actually deal with it because at times it drives me to depression. I wish I could just deal with a problem and be done with it. I wish the tape wouldn’t play over and over in my head at night when all I want to do is sleep. I throw that ball out to the field and there is a wall and it seems it bounces back. Now my oldest suffers through it also but he has already begun to learn coping techniques. Now his 50 year old mother needs to catch up. Your words and devotions always inspire me.
I am recently divorced (an unwanted divorce). I was terrified to think of being on my own, paying bills, keeping the house up, keeping my car running.
Instead of crashing and burning, I dug deep into God’s Word, doing Bible studies…one right after another. Relying on His truth to get me through each day. I am now 6 months into this thing and blessing pour out daily because I have trusted God’s promises.
Terri
Anxiety has been attacking me violently this past year. I’m looking for all the Godly help I can find.
I know that worry…to an extent…effects my level of joy. Worry and joy can not exist together. Worry robs me of my day to day joy.
my biggest fear and regret was not submitting myself to the lord a lot sooner. Loved your article. Still trying to learn how to do a praying journal, and praying for stronger faith in my FATHER….. Amen
I was just expressing my frustration to my husband as I asked him ” How can I get over my worries and anxieties about money?” He didn’t have any immediate answers for me but you devotion did. I am really hoping to read this book to help me trust and give God control over our finances. I have evidence of how he has taken care of us in the past but I keep falling in to the worry trap. Thank you for the devotion to help get me on the right path.
I am working on “be still” this year because anxiety is a HUGE part of my lie. We have three grandchildren and with each one we have had a crisis before they were two years old. I am a breast cancer survivor, and fear of the return or of cancer’s return can fill up my day. I hang on to God with everything I have — but reminding myself that He is holding me helps a lot more. Thanks for your words today!
Hi, Becky. Thank you very much for sharing with us. I have often wondered if people are concerned (or how much) about the return of cancer. I am sorry you have a fear of it. Praise God you are a breast cancer survivor. 🙂 The reminder that God is holding us so very good! I am reminded of the verses about His strong right hand, and everlasting arms with which He lovingly holds us. Praise Him, and for Jesus Who made this possible for us! God continue to bless you richly!
Worry and anxiety is a part of my life and my 15 year old daughter’s life. Very difficult. Any help would be appreciated. Thank you.
I was really looking forward to my devotional this morning as I was struggling with worries and frustrations over my workplace yesterday because of things that did not go as I was hoping it to be. Indeed God goes before us and this devotional was very timely. I am now reminded to not be held captive of my thoughts if they do not go with what God wants for me. Amen!
I can’t see that my comment went through so I apologize for doing this twice. I battle with fear and anxiety on a daily basis all my life. Your advice sounds good. I’ll try it. I’m also on anxiety meds that help a little.