I sought the Lord, and he answered me; he delivered me from all my fears. — Psalm 34:4
God’s ultimate plan is restoration of the whole world through Christ, and we can always hold on to hope for the return of Jesus. Until then, God is here to listen to our prayers and provide his comfort and strength to us amid our anxiety.
Letting go and learning how to trust God with all our worries and fears will be a practice that takes a lifetime. Knowing that God is here for us amid our anxieties and understands fully the pain we are in can be the first step in learning to trust the Lord with your anxieties. When we learn his heart for us by studying scripture for anxiety, this can help us learn to trust him.
Start small. Pray through David’s prayers in the Psalms background ideologies and ask the Lord for comfort. Share with him your deepest emotions and ask that he provide you with protection, deliverance and peace. Do not be ashamed that you feel anxious. Instead, speak to God knowing that it is his heart to help you through life’s dark valleys.
Even if you can’t seem to let God take control, know that when you are able to give your anxieties over to the Lord, he will always take care of you. Practice this each day and have hope in the Lord’s plans for your life. If you're struggling with anxiety, it can be helpful to talk to a pastor or counselor and explore the question, What does the Bible says about anxiety? to find comfort and guidance in learning how to trust God.
Commit your way to the Lord; trust in him and he will do this. — Psalm 37:5
Pursuing an education in biblical studies can offer meaningful opportunities to learn more about scripture for anxiety, biblical interpretation and how to apply scripture to your daily life. Grand Canyon University offers a Christian studies degree with an emphasis in biblical studies to expand and enrich your knowledge of God’s word.
Learn how to trust God through a Christian worldview by pursuing a degree that provides a deeper understanding of his teachings and exploring how they apply to your life, including what the Bible says about anxiety.
Approved by the local outreach coordinator of the Office of Spiritual Life on May 5, 2023.