Give Everything to Him
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Our hearts are all impacted by the news of big tragedies - the recent plane crashes, the Ukraine war, the fires in Calif. with so many homes lost, etc. We "weep with those who weep" and wish we could help.
But the "little" sorrows and trials of everyday life impact us too. Colds, flu bugs, bills, job worries, lack of sleep, and so many "every day" things can weigh heavy on our hearts too. Someone was just telling me how worn down she felt by these seemingly small things - in relation to the big things happening in our world.
The one thing that comforts me is that God is big enough to carry all of this - the huge, earth shattering events....and the "small" everyday problems we face. Our consolation is that we can give everything to Him, and trust Him to be at work in everything.
These things can produce anxiety, even fear, in our hearts. I was reading in the Psalms of how David, the mighty warrior, faced fear. His response was "when I am afraid, I will trust in you." (Psalm 56:3) He knew what to do with his fears. He gave them to the Lord, and trusted Him. We can follow his example.
When we're anxious and concerned, it does no good to blame ourselves for that. We're human, and we have human emotions. It's best to bring these things to the Lord and allow Him to carry them for us.
"The Lord Himself goes before you, and will be with you; He will never leave you nor forsake you. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged." Deuteronomy 31:8
"There is no fear in love. But perfect love drives out fear, because fear has to do with punishment." 1 John 4:18
"Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go." Joshua 1:9
"Even though I walk through the darkest valley, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff they comfort me." Psalm 23:4
"The Lord is my light and my salvation - whom shall I fear? The Lord is the stronghold of my life - of whom shall I be afraid?" Psalm 27:1
"I sought the Lord, and He answered me; He delivered me from all my fears. Those who look to Him are radiant; their faces are never covered with shame." Psalm 34:4-8
"God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble. Therefore we will not fear, though the earth give way and the mountains fall into the heart of the sea, though its waters roar and foam and the mountains quake with their surging." Psalm 46:1-3
I could go on and on. The Lord knew we would have nervousness, anxiety, and fear so He spoke to it again and again in the Word. When unexpected or hard things come my way, I admit my heart sometimes gets anxious or fearful. I have to stop, and remind myself of all the verses that say God will help me with whatever I'm facing. He is so gracious, good, and faithful!! Always!!