Feeling Worried? Here's What to Do
- Heather Edmund
- Apr 16, 2023
- 6 min read
Updated: Jun 30
God assured us a unique life, ensuring that we can live without worry regardless of the challenges we face.
From Series: Life Lessons Learned From the Bible
Free yourself from worry by living in the promises of God
Cast your cares on the LORD and he will sustain you; he will never let the righteous be shaken—Psalm 55:22.
God assured that if you cast all your worries: your anxieties, troubles, concerns, uneasiness, hardships, tribulations, sufferings, pains, sorrows, misery, and responsibilities—whatever is troubling you—over to Him, He will handle them for you.
He prefers that you don't hold on to them, trying to figure out what to do. Rather, He wants you to immediately let go of them by giving them to Him.
God wants us to not be anxious about anything but instead in humility and gratitude speak to Him about our concerns (Philippians 4:6).
When you do this, here is what God will do, He will sustain you. He will uphold you, carry your burdens, and take care of your worries and problems. While He takes charge of these matters, He will uplift you, assist you, be your pillar of strength, and empower you to persevere, all while granting you peace and joy.
God will never let you remain shaken up, upset, disturbed, worried, frightened, alarmed, or dismayed. What He will do is put your mind at ease by removing fear and concern.
However, this promise comes with one stipulation and that is to trust Him to take care of your situations.
Faith Unlocks What God Has Already Promised
God has made countless promises to us, but for those promises to become real in your life, you must have faith in Him. What God has spoken already exists—you simply need to believe it in order to receive it.
When you place your trust in God, you’ll begin to see the amazing things He can do in your life. Remember, our Creator is all-powerful, and there is nothing too hard for Him to accomplish (Jeremiah 32:27).
Do You Have Trust Issues?
Trusting God is vital for experiencing His help in any situation, and developing that trust takes intentional effort until it becomes second nature.
Every trial you overcome—even those that make you question God—ultimately deepens your dependence on Him. Looking back at battles meant to break you, yet seeing how God brought you through, proves His faithfulness.
Choosing to trust God daily will show you firsthand that He is truly reliable. Though trusting may not come easily to everyone, leaning on a faithful God always brings lasting peace and reward.
The NIV Study Bible (10th Anniversary Edition) explains that the opposite of anxiety is the peace that comes when we surrender our concerns to God in prayer and leave them there. God's love and care go far beyond what we can fully understand (Ephesians 3:18-20).
As your faith matures, you’ll discover how to remain content regardless of your circumstances (Philippians 4:11).
Why are the promises of God important in our lives?
God’s promises are essential anchors that help us stand firm in the face of life’s challenges.
They are not just hopeful words—they are divine guarantees that will come to pass if we believe and obey. These promises lead us into a life of peace, freedom, and purpose. Because of this, we are called to respond differently than the world around us, knowing that our lives are secured by God’s unchanging word.
Every child of God has access to His promises, and beyond the general ones found in Scripture, God also gives personal, tailor-made promises. As your relationship with Him deepens, He will reveal those specific plans and blessings meant just for you.
In Philippians 4:8 Paul highlights the power of our thoughts and their influence on every part of our lives. When worry takes hold, it can shape your mindset, choices, and overall well-being. That’s why knowing and standing on God’s promises is so important—it equips you to respond with faith rather than fear whenever anxiety creeps in.
Worry can wear you down mentally, emotionally, and even physically. But Jesus offers a better way—a place of rest, peace, and relief from the weight of anxiety. He invites us in Matthew 11:28–30:
“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. For my yoke is easy and my burden is light.”
In this promise, Jesus offers to trade your stress for His peace, your worry for His gentle guidance, and your burden for His strength.
The Bible is filled with promises of hope, peace, provision, and joy. Take time today to open God's Word and discover the blessings He has prepared for you—blessings that bring lasting peace and a renewed mind.
Do you desire a life where your problems, burdens, and concerns are no longer yours to carry alone? That kind of life begins with a simple but powerful decision—choosing salvation.
It starts by repenting of your sins and inviting Jesus into your heart. The Bible says, “If you declare with your mouth, ‘Jesus is Lord,’ and believe in your heart that God raised Him from the dead, you will be saved” (Romans 10:9).
Jesus came from Heaven, lived a sinless life, and died for your sins so you could live in freedom, peace, and eternal hope. When you accept Him, you're not just securing eternity—you’re allowing Him to walk with you, guide you, and carry your burdens every day.
Make the choice today. Let Jesus be Lord over your life—and experience the peace that comes with trusting Him fully.
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A call for salvation
When you accept Jesus Christ as your Lord and Savior, His Spirit becomes one with yours. This is one of the greatest blessings of salvation. You no longer need to go through anyone else to reach God—because you and He are now united.
All you need to do is receive the gift of salvation by repenting of your sins, inviting Jesus into your life, and confessing Him as Lord. This involves acknowledging your sin and need for forgiveness, believing that Jesus died for your sins and rose again, and surrendering your life to Him.
As Romans 10:9 declares, “If you confess with your mouth, ‘Jesus is Lord,’ and believe in your heart that God raised Him from the dead, you will be saved.” And 1 John 4:15 assures us, “If anyone acknowledges that Jesus is the Son of God, God lives in them and they in God.”
When you take this step, you are saved and welcomed into God’s Kingdom—becoming a member of the family of Christ!
Here's a Prayer that you can pray to get saved:
Jesus, I confess that You are Lord, and I believe in my heart that You died and rose again for my sins. I know that I am a sinner, and I ask for Your forgiveness. I invite You to come into my heart and life, and I receive You as my personal Lord and Savior. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
After this step, pray for guidance to find a ministry where you can grow spiritually, gain knowledge about the kingdom, and begin living the abundant life promised by Jesus.
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