Hurry Creates Worry

Although we live in the most technologically advanced period in history, the modern conveniences meant to make our lives easier have significantly increased our stress levels.

Research indicates that people today feel more rushed and overwhelmed than in the past. Contributing factors include hyper-connectivity, which has led to heightened expectations for instant communication, digital task completion, work travel, and, of course, social media exposure. While these aspects are not inherently negative, they do take a toll on individuals both mentally and physically. Due to our busy lifestyles and capacity for doing a lot, we are increasingly at risk of developing what some doctors call "Hurry Sickness."

While there are numerous indicators of "hurry sickness," such as hypersensitivity, restlessness, emotional numbness, or spiritual apathy, the biggest sign is becoming someone controlled by worry.

See, our hurry creates worry, and the price is our sanity!  To address this clear and present danger, take the words of Psalm 46:10-11 into careful consideration: “Be still, and know that I am God; I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth.” 11 The Lord Almighty is with us; the God of Jacob is our fortress."

In this Psalm, the author is addressing the reality of natural chaos, such as earthquakes and stormy seas, as well as the potential for national upheaval and war.  The point is that no matter what the crisis is, God is sovereign, and you can find rest and refuge in Him.  
If God can subdue the raging seas or the power of an earthquake, He can surely calm you down. See, being a person in a constant state of hurry is not God's Will for His children. Therefore, the antidote to hurry sickness and worry is to be still and to know that the Lord your God is in control. He orders our steps and sets us on the high ground. Our responsibility is to slow down, pray, read His Word, and wait on Him.  

I firmly believe in living my life according to God's timetable, rather than my own, and certainly not according to the schedules of those who lack faith and act out of panic. When I succumb to my own timing, I create more chaos, and fear often follows. However, when I choose to wait on God, I am free from hurry and worry.