Stress Is Solvable
Stress Is Solvable | September 1st
Whether you are a mathematician or someone who struggles with the subject, the same principles for solving equations apply to everyone. You must carefully read and understand the math problem, draw your review, develop the plan, and solve it. The same approach can be applied to stress because, contrary to misconception, stress is a struggle you can solve.
First, recognize that a majority of stress is unnecessary and unproductive. Matthew 6:27, 31-33, "Jesus said, 'Can all your worries add a single moment to your life? 31 So don't worry about these things, saying, What will we eat? What will we drink? What will we wear? 32 These things dominate the thoughts of unbelievers, but your heavenly Father already knows all your needs.' "
According to Jesus, worrisome thoughts do nothing for you regarding health and wellness. Now, we should have concerns over carrying out responsibilities, but when those duties turn into worries, the line of rational thinking has been crossed, and there is no benefit. Therefore, carefully review your stressors and see if they are legitimate. Then, ask yourself, what has God already promised to provide?
Secondly, stop dwelling on negative thoughts and start focusing on healthy ones. For example, when solving a math problem, you need to have a plan. The same holds for stress.
Philippians 4:8 says, "Finally brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is commendable—if there is any moral excellence and if there is anything praiseworthy—dwell on these things." You will notice that each of these focal points represents soundness of mind and leads to stability between the ears. See, it will be impossible to be in a good "headspace" if we are fixated on negativity or unrighteousness.
Finally, count your blessings to reduce your stress burden. In mathematics, certain equations require the use of a calculator. Likewise, your stress problems can be solved by totaling your past and current provisions. Psalm 103:2 says, "Bless the Lord, O my soul, and forget not all his benefits." And Philippians 4:6-7 reminds us to: "Don't worry about anything; instead, pray about everything. Tell God what you need, and thank him for all he has done. 7 Then you will experience God's peace, which exceeds anything we can understand. His peace will guard your hearts and minds as you live in Christ Jesus."
By God's grace, stress is solvable!
First, recognize that a majority of stress is unnecessary and unproductive. Matthew 6:27, 31-33, "Jesus said, 'Can all your worries add a single moment to your life? 31 So don't worry about these things, saying, What will we eat? What will we drink? What will we wear? 32 These things dominate the thoughts of unbelievers, but your heavenly Father already knows all your needs.' "
According to Jesus, worrisome thoughts do nothing for you regarding health and wellness. Now, we should have concerns over carrying out responsibilities, but when those duties turn into worries, the line of rational thinking has been crossed, and there is no benefit. Therefore, carefully review your stressors and see if they are legitimate. Then, ask yourself, what has God already promised to provide?
Secondly, stop dwelling on negative thoughts and start focusing on healthy ones. For example, when solving a math problem, you need to have a plan. The same holds for stress.
Philippians 4:8 says, "Finally brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is commendable—if there is any moral excellence and if there is anything praiseworthy—dwell on these things." You will notice that each of these focal points represents soundness of mind and leads to stability between the ears. See, it will be impossible to be in a good "headspace" if we are fixated on negativity or unrighteousness.
Finally, count your blessings to reduce your stress burden. In mathematics, certain equations require the use of a calculator. Likewise, your stress problems can be solved by totaling your past and current provisions. Psalm 103:2 says, "Bless the Lord, O my soul, and forget not all his benefits." And Philippians 4:6-7 reminds us to: "Don't worry about anything; instead, pray about everything. Tell God what you need, and thank him for all he has done. 7 Then you will experience God's peace, which exceeds anything we can understand. His peace will guard your hearts and minds as you live in Christ Jesus."
By God's grace, stress is solvable!
Posted in Stress
Recent
Archive
2024
January
Focus On FaithfulnessBe Faithful Where You Are NowFaithfulness Requires Patience God's Perfect FaithfulnessGod Blesses FaithfulnessStart Your Year In ChurchGod's Forecast Of Forgiveness Avoid Self-Pity You Can Overcome Distraction White As SnowJumpstart Your Health With FastingMaintain An Active Church Membership Your Most Important DecisionTake Ownership Of Unhealthy Choices
February
Take Notes When Reading The Bible Alternatives To AnxietyYou Need A SquadGod Has Super Bowls Of BlessingFocus On Obedience, Not the Odds We Accomplish More Together Kindness Is Good For Your HealthKindness Is Remembered And RewardedLoose Lips Sink CredibilityKind Words Promote HealingEvaluate All ExcusesTreat People RightComplaining Is Not HealthyLeap Forward In Your Faith
March
May
June
Praying About Panic and PainSurround Yourself With Good People God's Promise To Those Who WaitPrepared By Your PastProtect Your Torch Faith And Flag DayTrust God To ProvideReceiving The Father's BlessingPray Before Making DecisionsGod Is Our Mighty Fortress Carry One Another Remove Whatever Is Contaminating Your MindPray Early And Often Reverence For God's House Trust God For The Impossible What To Do In Times Of Trouble
July
Refuse To Give UpTalk To God During Extreme TestingCelebrate FreedomDelivered From FearPut On Shame RepellentGod's Ears And Our TearsAngels Are In Your CornerTaste God's GoodnessBreak Free With HonestyGod Is Fully Aware Of Your AdversityWe Can Defeat WorryGetting Into A Peaceful State Of MindHealthy Fear Leads To BlessingTrust God To ProvideWellness And Your WordsChase Whatever God ApprovesAre Your Problems Backing You Into A Corner?What To Do When You Drift From God?Think About Releasing Your Stress Lord Direct Our PathPathway To BlessingLord Hear Our PrayerCommunicate Kindness
August
MindfulnessGuard Your MindDealing With Unjust CriticismOn Christ The Solid Rock I StandStop Going Against YourselfGood Decisions Require DiscernmentNegativity Equals Toxicity Listen MoreFlourishing In FaithActs Of Goodness Reverberates In Heaven Thank God It's Sunday (TGIS)Slow Down To Deal With StressKeep Praying For Your FamilyRescue-Me PrayersChoose Your Company WiselyTrust God's GuidanceGod's Mercy Will Never Run Out What To Do When You Drift From God?
No Comments