July 4, 2009
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Anxiety & bringing God glory
Have you ever been in a situation where you were waiting for some news and you could think of nothing else? It may have been the good news from a pregnancy test. Or it may have been the fearful wait for the results of a medical test. I remember so many different scenarios throughout my life when I was in that ‘waiting mode’ with my sole concentration on the future. I was nervous, my flesh was agitated and I could think of nothing else. The present moment was being wasted.
I found myself there today. My flesh had followed my thoughts into the future.. a place where only God dwells. My peace was gone and I could think of nothing else. I knew this was not a place I wanted to stay.
I searched through the scriptures that had been hidden in my heart over the years looking for one that would set me free from the anxiety. Then a particular scripture came to mind…
So, whether you eat or drink, or whatever you do, do all to the glory of God. 1 Cor. 10:31
Ahhh.. that was it.. that was my answer! No matter what the future holds…the present moment stretched open before me like a book… and with it the responsibility to obey God in that moment….at that present moment. WHATEVER you DO..do ALL for the glory of God!
I looked around. What did I need to DO? What was my duty at that present moment? What was the next thing needing to be done? That was where my focus needed to be.. not on the future.
Scripture is clear that if we do the right thing our emotions will follow. (Genesis 4:6,7) I experienced that principle today. When my mind was set on the Lord and doing what was right my flesh settled down and my mind was flooded with peace. The future was left in the Lord’s hands as my focus was set on bringing God glory in the present moment.
I love God’s Word!
Comments (12)
I often find myself fearful as I think of the future. I even had to give up watching Fox News for a while. I appreciate you for reminding me where my security lies. Love you
Oh. My. Goodness. This is EXACTLY what I needed for today. Thank you!
God is so good to us – IF we remember to go to Him.
good words
Love that! A good word for us today! I love that Scripture…..here’s one that’s a kin…..they are brother and sister.
Have a safe and happy holiday with your family…….Blessings….Q.’
Col 3:17 And whatsoever ye do in word or deed, do all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God and the Father by him.
Thank you for sharing your heart. I think there are many of us who battle with the anxieties more often than care to admit. But, I too am so thankful for the ONE who knows, understands, and is there for us, if…..we do our part. IF is a small word but holds a big punch. When I let myself and my thoughts stand in the way, there’s no way to get over the hurdle. Praise be to God, who gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.
@TrentTribe - Thank you, Lord!
I love how a particular scripture will jump out of the word and be just what we need to apply to our lives for that situation. God’s word id GOOD!
Thanks for sharing!
So true! I was just sharing thoughts of this nature with my son who just graduated from high school and really has no idea what the future holds — I remembered words that I heard Elisabeth Elliot share once — she said when faced with uncertainty, just “do the next thing.”
Right on! I’m going to remember this. I said a prayer for the unspoken need that was causing your anxiety… hope all is well.
@setapart1979 - All is well! God is sovereign and in control! Thank you for your prayers! Hope you had a great 4th!