October 29, 2025

Worry No More

Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God.

Philippians 4:6

Don’t worry about what you must do. Just get going and get it done trusting that God will strengthen you as you step forward in faith. Don’t worry that there’s not enough time. Just make full, purposeful, and effective use of the time you have, remembering that every moment is a gift from the Lord. Don’t worry that there’s not enough money. Instead, focus on the ever-present opportunities God places in front of you to create value, to steward what you have well, and to trust Him for what you cannot see. Don’t worry about what others might say or think or do. Walk in obedience to God’s calling on your life, and use your energy and resources in accordance with His vision and your highest convictions. Don’t worry about what has already happened or what might occur in the future. The past is covered by His mercy, the future rests in His hands, and now is the moment where His Spirit empowers you to act. This is your beautiful, precious, and amazing life crafted by God Himself so don’t contaminate it with useless worry. Instead, live it fully, richly, and confidently, anchored in His peace, and step forward each day knowing His goodness is unfolding before you.

Prayer

Father in Heaven, we confess that worry sneaks in and steals our peace. But today we lay every care at Your feet. We don’t want to waste energy on “what ifs” when we could be resting in Your promises. Teach us to trade panic for prayer, fear for faith, and doubt for trust. Remind us that You hold tomorrow—so we can live today with confidence and joy. In Jesus’ Name, Amen.

Worry is interest paid on a debt you may never owe.