Day 15: Handling Worry Scripture: Matthew 6:34 Affirmation: I release worry and embrace Your peace.Thanks for reading Da Visionary Queen Angela Thomas Smith ! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support my work.
IntroductionWorry. It often creeps in during the quietest moments, whispering doubts about tomorrow and casting shadows on today. Whether it’s bills that need paying, loved ones living through hard seasons, or a world that seems uncertain, worry tries to set up camp in our hearts. But God never created us to be held hostage by anxiety. Today, let’s discover how to trade our worry for God’s unshakable peace.BackstoryI remember a season in my life when worry seemed like my closest companion. Each morning, I greeted the day with anxiety about my future, my family, my finances—uncertainties that kept me up long after midnight. No matter how hard I tried to 'fix' everything, the worries only grew. One sleepless night, I opened my Bible and stumbled upon Matthew 6:34. As I read Jesus’ words, “Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own,” I realized I was carrying burdens I was never meant to bear. That was my turning point. It wasn’t about 'controlling' tomorrow, but about trusting the One who holds all my tomorrows.LessonMatthew 6:34 teaches us a profound lesson: God wants us to live in the present, relying on His provision today instead of fretting over what might come tomorrow. Worry steals our joy, saps our strength, and blinds us to the blessings right in front of us. Jesus invites us to release our worries and trust Him with the details of our lives.Worry can’t add a single hour to our lives. In fact, it diminishes our faith and distracts us from our God-given purpose. When fear knocks, we have the power to answer with faith—believing that whatever comes, God is already there and His grace will be sufficient.Thanks for reading Da Visionary Queen Angela Thomas Smith ! This post is public so feel free to share it.
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3 Powerful Takeaways
Worry is a thief: It steals the joy of today and the hope of tomorrow, blinding us to God’s present blessings and future possibilities (Matthew 6:34).
God is bigger than our fears: No matter what tomorrow holds, our God goes ahead of us, preparing the way and working all things for our good (Psalm 55:22).
Peace is a choice: When we choose to trust God’s promises over the problems we face, His supernatural peace guards our hearts and minds (Philippians 4:6-7).
3 Ways to Apply This in Your Life1. Start and End Your Day with Prayer Before your feet hit the floor and as you lay down at night, commit your concerns to God, trusting that He cares for every detail of your life. Scripture: “Cast all your anxiety on Him because He cares for you.” — 1 Peter 5:72. Practice Present-Moment Awareness Focus on what you can control today—your actions, your attitude, and your gratitude. Let each moment be an offering of faith, refusing to let worry about tomorrow steal today’s peace. Scripture: “This is the day that the Lord has made; let us rejoice and be glad in it.” — Psalm 118:243. Declare God’s Truth Over Your Life Whenever anxiety tries to creep in, write or speak today’s affirmation—“I release worry and embrace Your peace.” Remind yourself of God’s promises and speak them over your life. Scripture: “Death and life are in the power of the tongue, and those who love it will eat its fruit.” — Proverbs 18:21Leave a commentScripture Reflection“Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own.” — Matthew 6:34 (NIV)Closing & Empowering Word for the DayToday, refuse to let worry rob you of one more moment. Hand your anxiety to God, trusting that His love is big enough, His wisdom is strong enough, and His peace is available right now. Remember: Each day is a gift, and with God, you have everything you need to face it with courage, hope, and peace. Release worry—embrace His peace.Stay Connected!To continue growing in faith and peace, and to purchase your copy of this devotion, visit www.angelathomassmithbooks.com. See you tomorrow for Day 16: Embracing New Beginnings (2 Corinthians 5:17).Get more from ANGELA THOMAS SMITH in the Substack app
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Empowering Word: Today, as you trust God with your worries, may His peace flood your heart and guide your steps. You are never alone—He holds your tomorrow!
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