“Can all your worries add a single moment to your life?”
LUKE 12:25 NLT

Do you constantly worry about the future? Perhaps you are fearful about your appearance, how others see you, or how to earn enough money to pay your bills. When you are controlled by fear, some of the effects will be increased irritability, inability to make a decision, declining health, errors in judgment, and low productivity, to name a few. Friend, this is no way to live.

The only One who can protect you from worry and fill your mind with peace is God, who provides for all your needs. And the only way you can discover who He is and grow closer to Him is through an intimate, daily relationship with Jesus Christ—who shared in your humanity and understands your fear.

Ultimately, if you will draw close to God and focus on Him—rather than your circumstances—He will enable you to face whatever is happening and come out victorious. You may go through difficulty, hardship, or trials—but as long as you are anchored to Him, you will always have hope.

Jesus, when I feel tossed about by uncertainty, help me focus on You and draw from Your peace, amen.

In His presence . . . focus on God, not your worries.

Stanley, Dr. Charles F. (2014-11-11). Every Day in His Presence (p. 381).