". . . there are times when there are real problems that need real discernment, caution and concern. But, if I am honest about the things that I most often worry about, many of them are anticipatory fears about what might happen rather than legitimate concerns about what is happening. It is worry about the what ifs, the maybes, the mights, the coulds. What if that presentation does not go well? Maybe those test results will not be what I want. I might not meet my deadline. The train trip could be an unpleasant misadventure."
In a recent commentary related to Christ's warning, "Do not worry about tomorrow; tomorrow will take care of itself" (Matt. 6:34), writer/Professor Lucia A. Silecchia reflected on the importance of surrendering our fears to God (recalling guidance from Philemon 4:6-7: "Have no anxiety at all, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, make your requests known to God. Then the peace of God that surpasses all understanding will guard your hearts and minds in Christ Jesus."
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The Pilot: Echoes: Lucia A. Silecchia: Surrendering fears to God (4 FEB 26)
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