Give Your Worries to God

Tradition and Wisdom
Teaching and Learning:
Facing Life Without Worry

1 Peter 5:6-11

The Message

 ^6-7So be content with who you are, and don't put on airs. God's strong hand is on you; he'll promote you at the right time. Live carefree before God; he is most careful with you.

He Gets the Last Word

 ^8-11Keep a cool head. Stay alert. The Devil is poised to pounce, and would like nothing better than to catch you napping. Keep your guard up. You're not the only ones plunged into these hard times. It's the same with Christians all over the world. So keep a firm grip on the faith. The suffering won't last forever. It won't be long before this generous God who has great plans for us in Christ—eternal and glorious plans they are!—will have you put together and on your feet for good. He gets the last word; yes, he does.

 

 

For Reflection
Live a care free life, but, with your guard up.  Be alert for fear to rise and corrupt your confidence in God.  Suffering is a human condition.  Suffering is eased by the hand of God which is always laid on your shoulder.  Let the Lord carry your burden.  Live care free.

Pray
Lay your concerns at the foot of God's throne.  Confess your fears.  Pray for God to remove your fear.  Pray that you feel Christ's presence walking beside you.