Many Christians know Philippians 4:6 – Be anxious for nothing… But when insecurity and fear darken the horizon of our lives, those words may seem unattainable. Can we defeat the giant of anxiety? Scripture has the prescription…

Anxiety: Paralysis of Worry

*Definition: Painful uneasiness over anticipated ill (Websters)

*Distress about future uncertainties

*A Myriad of Causes and Solutions!

*The Extent of the Problem (It’s not just you!)

The Illusion of Control
*You’re not in control! (Ps 127:1-2)

*But a good God is! (Ps 46)

*Jesus points the way: Matt 6:25-34

Two Terrible Results
*Missing out on heaven (Lk 14:18-20)
*Missing out on hope and joy in life (Matt 13:22; Lk 21:34)

God’s Prescription for Anxiety (Philippians 4:6-7)
*Pray: Bring God back into the picture

*Trust: Let God’s peace guard your heart and mind

Be anxious for nothing…
Philippians 4:6a