Worry Me Not

First, I'd like to say I hope everyone had a wonderful Christmas, and I pray that you will have an amazing New Year's Eve, leading into a better new year!

And speaking of a new year, I realize this year has had its fair share of complications, more so than the past few years we've had. So, it's understandable if you are feeling unsure of what's to come next. I know I've been wondering the same thing. What's next for me? Where will my life go from here? Who will come into my life next? Those are all the questions I keep asking myself. And when you have anxiety, it's hard not to worry about such things. Uncertainty grips at our hearts, burdening our minds with thoughts of fear of the unknown and the possibility of the worst to come. That kind of anxious worrying isn't easy to deal with in normal circumstances. And when your worries repeat themselves over and over in your mind like a broken record, it becomes even more difficult to deal with them as your worries grow into some overwhelming monstrous beings that lead you straight down the road to panic-attack alley.

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My monsters sound like this:

• Will my novel be good enough to get published?

• Will I be able to serve God by choosing this career path?"

• Will I be able to reach my readers, bringing them closer to Him?

• Will I be able to make a successful career out of writing my novels and serving my God?

• Will I ever meet a good man who meets my high standards, someone suitable to becoming a loving and godly husband?

• Will I be equally good enough for someone to make me his wife?

• Will I ever be able to achieve my goals of making the world a better place, improving the livelihoods of countless people?

• Will I be financially stable by being a full-time novelist, able to help contribute to the kind of lifestyle my future husband and I would want for our children and us?

• Will I have enough extra money left over to do the Lord's work by making donations to help those in need?

• Am I doing the right thing with each decision I make all so that I may glorify God's name?

All of these questions continually plague my mind. However, I've learned to let them go.

Proverbs18:10

"The name of the Lord is a strong fortress; the godly run to Him and are safe."

What this bible verse means is that God is greater than all our worries and problems! And besides, what will worrying do except stress you out? Plus, you could end up worrying and stressing out for nothing. So, just let God handle everything. And whatever may come, take it in stride and always remember to keep pushing forward!

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Proverbs3:5-6

"Trust in the Lord with all your heart; do not depend on your own understanding."

2Timothy1:7

"For God has not given us a spirit of fear and timidity, but of power, love, and self-discipline."

James1:5

"If you need wisdom, ask our generous God, and He will give it to you. He will not rebuke you for asking."

1Peter5:7

"Give all your worries and cares to God, for He cares about you."

Deuteronomy31:6

"So be strong and courageous! Do not be afraid and do not panic before them. For the Lord, your God will personally go ahead of you. He will neither fail you nor abandon you."

Mathew6:25

"That is why I tell you not to worry about everyday life - whether you have enough food and drink, or enough clothes to wear. Isn't life more than food, and your body more than clothing?"

Psalms121:2

"My help comes from the Lord, who made Heaven and Earth!"

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