Don’t Worry!Matthew 6:25 - 34

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Why doesn’t God want us to worry?

What is the root cause of worry for a Christian?

The root of anxiety is unbelief, the anxiety that we feel is ultimately caused by a lack of trust in God.

“Worry is a form of atheism, for it betrays a lack of faith and trust in God.” Attributed to Bishop Fulton J. Sheen.

You of little faith…

Matthew 8:26

Matthew 14:30 - 31

“Who is it?”

Character – who the person really is – is very important!

Are you going to tell your Daddy?

Are you going to tell your Daddy?

Why shouldn’t we worry?

Because our Heavenly Daddy is able – He can do anything!

Because of His character – He is Love!

1 John 4:18

18 There is no fear in love. But perfect love drives out fear, because fear has to do with punishment. The one who fears is not made perfect in love.

Romans 8:31 - 39

How do I stop worrying?

Decide to trust you Heavenly Father (with a revelation of His love and power)

Jeremiah 17:7 - 8

7 “But blessed is the one who trusts in the Lord, whose confidence is in him. 8 They will be like a tree planted by the water that sends out its roots by the stream. It does not fear when heat comes; its leaves are always green. It has no worries in a year of drought and never fails to bear fruit.”

Isaiah 26:3 -

3 You will keep in perfect peace those whose minds are steadfast, because they trust in you. 4 Trust in the Lord forever, for the Lord, the Lord himself, is the Rock eternal.

How do I stop worrying?

Decide to trust you Heavenly Father (with a revelation of His love and power)

Live a God-centred life

How do I stop worrying?

Decide to trust you Heavenly Father (with a revelation of His love and power)

Live a God-centred life

Instead of being anxious – pray! (At times with others too)

How do I stop worrying?

Decide to trust you Heavenly Father (with a revelation of His love and power)

Live a God-centred life

Instead of being anxious – pray! (At times with others too)

In faith – carry on with life!

1 Peter 5:7

7 Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you.

Philippians 4:6 - 7

6 Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. 7 And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.