Do Not Be Anxious

We are prone to worry. The storms of life overwhelm us. Sometimes it feels as if we are drowning. In Matthew 8:23-27 we see Jesus disciples in the boat with him. "And suddenly a great tempest arose on the sea, so that the boat was covered with the waves. But Jesus was asleep. Then His disciples came to Him, saying,'Lord, save us! We are perishing!' But He said to them, 'Why are you fearful, O you of little faith?' Then He arose and rebuked the winds and the sea, and there was a great calm. So the men marveled, saying, 'Who can this be, that even the winds and the sea obey Him?' "

We need to go to Jesus when we are in the midst of the storms in our lives. Sometimes it seems that He doesn't hear our cries for help, but we can know for sure that He cares about all our troubles. He is our anchor in time of storm.

All of us have things we are dealing with. Some of us just seem to have more pain and sorrow than others. We have loved ones who need God's healing touch. We know others that don't know where to turn for answers. We want to help them. Sometimes the best thing we can do is to be there to listen. God is always available to hear our cry for help. We can pray for those who are in need.

Our loved one may have a severe anxiety problem. That can be complicated as it may not be something that he/she has control over. It is not as simple as telling them to stop worrying. They could have a chemical imbalance in their bodies. Praying through this is always helpful. Jesus loves us and wants the best for us. But our loved one may also need medical help. We go to doctors for stitches or to set broken bones. Why not go to the doctor for this problem?

Let us pray for those that mourn. And pray for those who are crying out for help. Our touch may be the one that gives them hope, as if Jesus were in the boat with them. He can calm the stormy seas of our lives.