HOW TO HANDLE WORRY?

Everyone of us has a challenge in dealing with worrying and being anxious about things.  It is true that part of our human nature has a strong tendency toward worrying; however, it is just as true that our new spiritual nature in Christ should be not worry but rather to trust God.  In fact the Scripture is very clear even though we don’t like to hear it when it states such truths as, “Whatsoever is not of faith is sin.” In another passage it says, “Let not your heart be troubled or anxious.”  Again, in another verse it very plainly says, “Stop be anxious about anything at all.”  If we believe God’s Word, then we need to obey God’s Word and do exactly what it says!

I think that the real issue most Christians face not whether or not we should not worry but it is the how to do it part?  Let me share a few important steps that work:

1.      It is wrong to worry, so call it what it is…sin!

2.      Make a deliberate commitment and decision not to worry about anything!

3.      Stop worrying by trusting God to take care of the situation that you may face in life!

4.      Stop worrying by praying about what’s bothering you!

5.      In faith, be thankful unto the Lord in the middle of your situation!

6.      Give the worry to God and refuse by faith to take it back!

7.      Choose to focus your thoughts on things that are true, honest, just, pure,

8.      lovely, good report, virtuous and praiseworthy!

9.      God promises that if we will do the things mentioned above, He will stand guard over our minds and thoughts continually to keep us from worrying about anything!

10.  On the authority of God’s Word, He promises to give you in exchange for your worry, His peace that passes your understanding!

11.  This is a promise of God so believe it and stand upon it and refuse to let the enemy, who is Satan, rob you of your peace!