Dealing with Worry

Today’s message was written by my friend, Roger Kunkel, founder of Dial Hope.

Friend of Dial Hope, how are you dealing with worry? Worry is a major contributor to physical illness. But we must not confuse worry with concern. We should be concerned about the conditions of the world, the plight of the poor, the diseased, the abuse of children. We should be concerned about our health. Sometimes worry is destructive. God’s resources are at our own disposal, and God is anxious to help, for worry cannot live in an atmosphere saturated with God’s unconditional love. Remember these words of scripture, the Bible, which I call the Manufacturer’s Handbook: 

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

I will never leave you or forsake you (Hebrews 13:15). 

Cast all your anxiety on God … because God cares for you (l Peter 5:7). 

My grace is sufficient for you (Il Corinthians 12:9). 

We know that all things work together for good for those who love God (Romans 8:28). 

The Lord is my helper; I will not be afraid (Hebrews 13:6). 

Friend of Dial Hope, when you and God are working together, you can live without worry! 

Let us pray: God of gentle dreams and awesome space, cultivate in our hearts a faith that is tall and sure. Create in us a spirit that overcomes hopelessness. No mind is without doubt or worry and we would not ask for that. May we believe enough in your Spirit of Grace to risk the hurt of love in order to find the joy of love. In Jesus’ name. Amen.