Don’t Worry! Matthew 6:
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Why doesn’t God want us to worry?
What is the root cause of worry for a Christian? The root of anxiety is unbelief, the anxiety that we feel is ultimately caused by a lack of trust in God. “Worry is a form of atheism, for it betrays a lack of faith and trust in God.” Attributed to Bishop Fulton J. Sheen.
You of little faith… Matthew 8:26 Matthew 14:
“Who is it?”
Character – who the person really is – is very important!
Are you going to tell your Daddy?
Why shouldn’t we worry? Because our Heavenly Daddy is able – He can do anything! Because of His character – He is Love!
1 John 4:18 18 There is no fear in love. But perfect love drives out fear, because fear has to do with punishment. The one who fears is not made perfect in love. Romans 8:
How do I stop worrying? Decide to trust you Heavenly Father (with a revelation of His love and power)
Jeremiah 17:7 - 8 7 “But blessed is the one who trusts in the Lord, whose confidence is in him. 8 They will be like a tree planted by the water that sends out its roots by the stream. It does not fear when heat comes; its leaves are always green. It has no worries in a year of drought and never fails to bear fruit.”
Isaiah 26:3 - 3 You will keep in perfect peace those whose minds are steadfast, because they trust in you. 4 Trust in the Lord forever, for the Lord, the Lord himself, is the Rock eternal.
How do I stop worrying? Decide to trust you Heavenly Father (with a revelation of His love and power) Live a God-centred life
How do I stop worrying? Decide to trust you Heavenly Father (with a revelation of His love and power) Live a God-centred life Instead of being anxious – pray! (At times with others too)
How do I stop worrying? Decide to trust you Heavenly Father (with a revelation of His love and power) Live a God-centred life Instead of being anxious – pray! (At times with others too) In faith – carry on with life!
1 Peter 5:7 7 Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you. Philippians 4: Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. 7 And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.