7 reasons not to worry...

My home has a lot of worry in it. If one person isn't worrying or stressed about something, someone else is going through emotions. We kind of all take turns being stressed. Sound familiar? It's neverending, so I turn to the Word to help me weather it while clinging to God and knowing He calls us not to worry, but what does that look like? With a long history of anxiety, worry feels like a part of my DNA!

Matthew 6 is rich with reassurance!

In my study bible, I found a great verse reference list titled "7 reasons not to worry"

I encourage you to use this list as a reference point and follow up with some study time on your own.

6:25......"The same God who created life in you can be trusted with the details of your life."

6:26......"worrying about the future hampers your efforts for today."

6:27..... "worrying is more harmful than helpful."

6:28-30......"God does not ignore those who depend on Him"

6:31, 32....."worrying shows a lack of faith in and understanding of God."

6:33......"worrying keeps us from real challenges God wants us to pursue."

6:34....."living one day at a time keeps us from being consumed with worry."

This list is tangible evidence of God's will. I don't know about you but sometimes I struggle with what battles God wants me all in on and what battles are not welcome in His will. My habits of worrying have brought more stress and unrest into my life and I see in my family, they struggle with the same. Anxiety is heavy, and very very common. Verses 31 and 32 get me in the heart. Even when I think I am faithful and gaining understanding about God, I still struggle with discerning His will and what to do as we "sit in the mess". What I do know is the here  and now. What I know is the more I pray, the more I get to know God. The more I seek Him, the more He opens my heart to find more peace. The more I read and study the Word, the more life makes sense. The more I work to keep my heart open to God, the more I can let go of my worries.

It's a constant decision and there are countless opportunities for changes in the life of a busy mom. One step at a time. For today, I am going to soak up the 7 truths listed above and see where that takes us. More surrender, more peace.