There is a lot of anxiety in modern society. Most people feel severely stressed a large portion of the time, whether it be about work, school, family, friends, relationships, disease, or anything else. Understandably, there is a lot in life to be nervous about. No day is guaranteed, and we regularly take risks and face unexpected situations. In a world so haunted by anxiety and unpredictability, it can be easy to feel overwhelmed and panicked.
Yet God provides a fast-track escape from these emotions of uncertainty and unease. Seeing as we are unable to dictate the outcome of world events, and likewise lack the capability to alter experiences that have already occurred, all we can change is our perspectives. Though it might be tempting to rebuke God in frustration when confusing or upsetting occurrences happen, this mindset is futile and unproductive.
Anger gets us nowhere except deeper into a hole of anxiety from which we may never dig ourselves out of; this negative and egotistical attitude is the worst influence one can have on their own fate, for it nearly ensures a never-ending cycle of despair.
Push aside uncertainty and frustration in favor of trust in God’s love for us, his children. He wants nothing but the best for us, even if that may be challenging or difficult to believe at times. He will not forsake us, so remain confident in his ability to provide and protect us from the inexplicable nature of life.
Please, help me to remain calm when confused
by the ways of the world. Though they can be frustrat
ing and misleading, I have faith in your will to protect
and provide for me. Give me courage to remain
steadfast in my trust in you. Thank you Lord. Amen.
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