Dealing With Stress Seeing God's Perspective
Wednesday June 20, 2018
There are many reactions to everyday stress. Some people try to flee the problem in the hope that the irritation will go away. Others internalize the pressure, seeking to suppress it. However, stress usually spills over into some other area of our being. Sometimes we crumble emotionally and give way to depression and despair and addictive behaviour. God’s word in the Bible reminds us of several promises that can bring us through tough times and build up our spiritual and emotional well-being.
But now, God’s Message, the God who made you in the first place, Jacob, the One who got you started, Israel: “Don’t be afraid, I’ve redeemed you. I’ve called your name. You’re mine. When you’re in over your head, I’ll be there with you. When you’re in rough waters, you will not go down. When you’re between a rock and a hard place, it won’t be a dead end—Because I am God, your personal God, The Holy of Israel, your Savior. (Isaiah 43:1-3 MSG)
God knows everything about us, including our name. God deeply cares about each one of us. He encourages us to realistically view the events that are causing us concern. Sometimes we worry about things that haven’t even happened and our internal pressure increases even though nothing has occurred. God knows what is ahead of us and, if we trust Him, He will provide whatever is needed when we need it.
Therefore, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles. And let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us, fixing our eyes on Jesus, the pioneer and perfecter of faith. (Hebrews 12:1-2a NIV)
Prayer: Loving God, Help me to let go of stress by putting my past, present, and future into your loving Hands. You are a compassionate God with unfailing love and care for me. Help me to fix my eyes on You and throw off everything that hinders me from moving forward. Amen
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