Do not worry about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made know to God. (Philippians 4:6) 

Reflection

Many times, scripture tells us “Don’t worry”. Easier said than done, though, right? You see, our minds control our actions, our words and our thoughts; it is in the mind that worry begins as a small thread, and if left unchecked, becomes a thick rope that binds us in fear and uncertainty, until we are suffering from sleepless nights and can’t think about anything else. Have you ever heard the expression “Give it to God, and go to sleep”? As soon as you pray to God about your worry, consider it dealt with. Then change your thought pattern…the next few verses of the above scripture tell you how. Think about whatever is just, pure, pleasing and excellent Paul tells us. If you can do this, Paul says, the God of peace will be with you, guarding your heart and mind. Worry cannot find a foothold in a peaceful heart and mind.

Vicki Young