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Peace of Heart and Mind

December 15, 2024

Series: Prince of Peace

Scripture: Phil 4:4-9

If you’ve ever been robbed, you know the feeling of vulnerability and loss at having something taken from you.

Today, we’re going to talk about another kind of thief. And the name of this thief is Anxiety. But anxiety isn’t after your money. What anxiety is after is far more important than that.

Anxiety steals your thoughts.

One researcher noted that 85% of the things we worry about never happen. And of the 15% that do, 80% of people find that they can deal with the problem better than they thought they could. The researcher then concluded that 97% of your worries are just fearful thoughts based on exaggeration and misconceptions.

Anxiety steals your health.

When you get anxious, your brain tells your body to go into “fight or flight” mode. Your body then responds by releasing adrenaline, heightening your senses and pumping more blood. This is helpful when you’re facing a real threat, but if you’re constantly living in this state, you’re at high risk of heart disease, ulcers and mental health disorders.

Anxiety steals your joy.

When your mind is fixed and consumed with what-if scenarios you can’t control, anxiety steals your joy, your peace and your confidence. How many of you know what I’m talking about? You become more fearful and irritable. You become less loving and less patient.

Anxiety is a thief that steals your thoughts, your health and your joy. How do we overcome anxiety and experience the peace God designed us for?