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Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. Philippians 4:6 NIV
We often forget that anxious does not always mean that which is not desired. One meaning of anxious is earnest desire, or eager. This is not what Paul speaks of here.
The mind can become distressed with fear of danger. We can be greatly worried. This is the anxiousness to which Paul refers. Although we do not wish to encounter this form of anxiousness, too often it finds us.
How can we avoid, or calm existing anxiousness? We can approach the Lord with prayer and thanksgiving. I have many times approached the Lord with thanksgiving when I felt anxious. Spending time in prayer, I believe, certainly helps dealing with anxiety. Praying tends to take the focus off our anxiousness. It is letting go of it and turning it over to God. Jesus tells us in Matthew 11:28, that we who are weary and burdened should come to Him. His promise is that He will give us rest. Don’t look lightly past this, for everything which Jesus promises, He delivers.
Prayer and thanksgiving are a great antidote to anxiety. Let go of the anxiety which can harm you. Give it to God and find rest in Him.
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