Spiritual Growth

Week Two     Spiritual Growth

Day Four       Safe

     We are blessed to live in a country of freedom. Today is our day to celebrate the United States of America. Do you feel safe? Are there fears within about the economy, your family, terrorists, violence or any one of a myriad of other reasons to fear?

     My daughter and I have both suffered from panic attacks in the past. They come out of nowhere and with heart pounding anxiety, we felt as if we couldn’t breathe. Both of us have relied on the following Scripture. Take it in; each Word.

Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.   Philippians 4: 6-7 

     Look at these verses slowly with me.  Do not be anxious about what? ANYTHING.  What do we pray for? EVERYTHING.  He is interested in every detail of your life. As we present our petitions and requests, something begins to happen inside. We receive the peace that passes all understanding. It is a peace unlike any other. Give it all, all of your fear and anxiety, and He will guard not only your mind, but your very heart.

     There is one Word from the verses above we didn’t mention. As you pray give Him thanks. Thank Him for listening, thank Him for working in your life, thank Him for taking on all of your burdens and fears. Praise Him. Thank Him.

Dear Lord,

We do thank you for saving us, and for continuing Your work in us today and everyday. Thank you for the gift of freedom. Give us your peace and your freedom to love. We thank You for the way you have blessed this country as one nation under God. In You we trust.

Amen