We’ll Enjoy Life’s Journey

Cast thy burden upon the Lord, and he shall sustain thee: he shall never suffer the righteous to be moved. (Psalm 55:22 KJV)

I find it helpful to review God’s promises to remind myself of His unconditional love for me. He cares. He wants to help me. He has promised to take care of me. When we put ourselves and our loved ones in His hands, we can know that it is the best place possible. Here are some helpful practical tips:

- Write down your concerns and anxieties. Write down your worries and give them to Jesus; that list can become a list for both prayer and planning.

- Talk with someone—your spouse, a friend, counselor, mentor. It can help to talk through your situation and seek good advice.

- Beware of the “god of options.” This term represents the overwhelming number of choices available today. Too much information can result in decision paralysis, not to mention wasted time.

- Take one step at a time. If you are facing a number of issues that need resolving, don’t try to tackle them all at once. Pick one to think and pray through.

- Decide. Do. Trust. Repeat. Once you make a prayerful decision, don’t keep doing comparison research or second-guessing your choice. Trust that you made a decision that is good enough. 

If we can keep a more heavenly perspective, we’ll enjoy life’s journey more. Granted, the problems we face in life are not “easy.” But Jesus is our source of peace. His name “is a strong tower,” which we can “run into and be safe.” [1]

The mind that is full of God is empty of anxiety. Are you troubled, restless, sleepless? Then think of God more! - Max Lucado

[1] Activated: Feeling Unsettled?