Storms can be frightening, especially when they come on suddenly.
Our lives are filled with unexpected storms, but we can weather those storms by learning how to deal with them as they come our way.
For example: I’ve been trying to keep myself busy today, because I am very anxious about my grandson. He is on his first campout with his parents. And even though I know they will take care of him, I still have anxiety over it. I know this feeling is coming from the enemy. It’s a familiar feeling; I get this ache inside my chest whenever my husband or son is late, or when my pregnant daughter forgets to call me and tell me she made it home safe.
The good news is that I know how to make the anxiety go away. There are many verses in the Bible that show that God is only a prayer away. Here are but a few:
Cast your cares on the LORD and he will sustain you; he will never let the righteous be shaken (Psalm 55:22 NIV).
For I am the LORD your God who takes hold of your right hand and says to you, Do not fear; I will help you (Isaiah 41:13 NIV).
Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls (Matthew 11:28–29 NIV).
Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus (Philippians 4:6–7 NIV).
Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you (1 Peter 5:7 NIV).
These verses show me that I don’t have to hang on to anxiety. I can give it all to God, and He will take away that anxiety and replace it with a peace inside.
My grandson is in great hands. Yes, his parents are there with him, but it’s God’s hands that I trust completely never to let go of him. So, I will take a deep breath and give my cares to God. And He will calm the storm inside me.
Debbie Mitchell