Rise Above Worry
Eric Edge • February 27, 2020
Rise Above Worry
We all worry from time to time, but wise people have learned to avoid over-anxiety by following these guidelines...
- Define the situation clearly. What exactly is it you’re worrying about? Be specific. Often when we take time to clarify the problem, a way to solve it will present itself.
- Face the worst that can happen. Would you lose your job? Your relationship? Your investment? In most cases even if the worst did happen, chances are it wouldn’t ruin you. It may be inconvenient or painful, but does it really warrant all the anxiety you’re giving it?
- Resolve to accept the outcome, whatever it is. Most of the stress of worry comes from denial, from not being willing to face the worst that could happen. Once you make up your mind to accept whatever happens, you’ll find worry loses its power over you.
- Work to improve the situation. Renowned neurologist James H Austin said, ‘Chance favours those in motion.’ Do all you can to ensure the best possible outcome, and ‘…after you have done everything…stand.’ (Ephesians 6:13) Stand on God’s promises!
- Give the problem to God. The Psalmist said, ‘And those who know Your name will put their trust in You; For You, LORD, have not forsaken those who seek You.’ (Psalm 9:10) Remember, nothing can happen to you today, or any other day, that God is not aware of, in control of, and able to bring you through.
The marvelous opportunity you control is how you respond to worry. Just, Stop It!
Apparently, 98% of the things we worry about NEVER happen, so why worry! Stop It Now! Yes, choose to stop worrying. Share your concerns with God and let Him (who is greater than every problem) deal with it for you or at the least He will show you a way out.
Live in the victory of Christ today and thrive!
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