A Moment With Pastor Fred

I recently came across a prayer for anxiety. Dear God, my mind is troubled, and my heart is overwhelmed. I’m stressed and it is affecting me physically, emotionally and mentally. I can’t seem to concentrate on anything but worry. Forgive me for worrying so much instead of coming to you in prayer. Help me to let go of this anxiety. Help me to cast all my worries onto you. Teach me to be patient and have faith that at the right time you will intervene. Through Jesus Christ, our Lord, amen.

There’s a lot going on in our world these days – globally,         nationally and individually. Not sure what you might be struggling with – but we all have battles we’re fighting. I am reminded of Ps 34:18, The Lord is close to the brokenhearted, and he saves those who spirits have been crushed. Ps 9:9-10, The Lord also will be a refuge for the oppressed, a refuge in times of trouble. And they that know thy name will put their trust in thee; for thou, Lord, hast not forsaken them that seek thee (KJV).

Child of God, any bad news that ruffles us doesn’t worry God. To him, it is not even news. He is on his throne welcoming his children to find constant refuge in him as they face their earthly struggles and trust in his sovereignty and love. You’ve heard me quote Charles Spurgeon many times. “The providence of God is the pillow upon which I lay my weary head.” 

Oh, may we rest well in him. Jesus said, “Come to me all who are weary and burdened and I will give you rest.”