We encounter circumstances in life that make us worry. You are suddenly called into your boss’s office and know that the company is retrenching some of its employees, and you are one of them. Perhaps you are a student about to present your capstone project to your panel, and you are worried they won’t be satisfied with your presentation. To some, worrying is something that regularly occurs, such as the mother who is always thinking about the well-being of her child as he goes to school every day on the school bus. Many things worry us because those are the things or people we care about. However, our comfort is that just as we care about those people and things, God also cares about us.
Heavenly Father, thank You because You care for me, and therefore, You also care for the people and things I care for. Because of that, I can cast them to you and entrust these worries to you. In Jesus’ name, I pray. Amen.
What Does the Bible Say About Worry?
Before jumping right to the common saying that worrying is a sin, let us learn what the Bible says about it and when it does become a sin. When something happens, and we feel worried, it is not a sin. Any normal human being will naturally feel worried. If a working professional suddenly loses his job, the expected feeling for them is worry, not happiness. Even in the Book of Psalms, we see several instances when David cries out to God in worry, distress, sorrow, and grief. Those emotions in themselves are not sins. In Psalm 13:1-2, we see that David didn’t just experience worry from his circumstances, but even sorrow day after day. The same can be seen in Psalm 31:9-10 when David cries out to God in distress, and his eyes grow weak because of his sorrows and affliction.
Worrying itself is not a sin, but how we respond to it can make it a sin. If our worry causes us to distrust God, then it becomes a sin. If we choose to respond in faith, we will run to God and trust Him, knowing He is faithful despite what is happening. Such a response is an act of faith that pleases God. That is why, in 1 Peter 5:6-7, it is written that we are to humble ourselves and cast our anxieties or cares to God, Who also cares about us. That is why, in addition to the verses that we have shown above about David, in (Psalm 13:3 Look on me and answer, Lord my God. Give light to my eyes, or I will sleep in death,) David sought God instead of being consumed by worry and other emotions he was feeling. Also, in (Psalm 31:14 But I trust in you, Lord; I say, “You are my God.”), David trusted God, knowing He was God.
A Prayer About Worrying
A Prayer About Worrying
As for the example we gave about a person suddenly losing their job, their worry becomes a sin when they lose trust in God’s faithfulness and sovereignty. It also becomes a sin if he or she is hindered from stepping out in faith and obeying God because that negatively affects his or her relationship with God. So, for the person who lost his or her job, the best response is to remember that God’s divine providence is always at work, that He is still the One Who reigns, and that no matter where that person is, God’s goodness and mercy still follows them there.
How Do We Pray When We Are Worried?
In (1 Peter 5:6-7 Humble yourselves, therefore, under God’s mighty hand, that he may lift you up in due time. 7 Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you.), it is written that we are to humble ourselves and cast our cares to God. That means when we are worried, we pray by casting those worries, anxieties, and concerns to God. This is vital to understand. Make it clear to yourself what is causing your worry. When you pray to God, you can be honest with Him about the emotions you have, the hopes for what you wish would happen, His promises that you are counting on, your disappointments, etc. Remember that, in the end, you are conversing with your Heavenly Father.
A Prayer About Worrying
Also, in (Philippians 4:6-7 Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. 7 And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.), it is written that we are not to be anxious about anything. Instead, we are to present our anxieties and worries to God through our prayer requests. When we do this, the Scriptures promise us the peace of God, which transcends all understanding will guard our hearts and minds in Christ Jesus.
A Prayer About Worrying
Heavenly Father, you know all the emotions and thoughts I have right now because of the unexpected and sad thing that has happened to me. However, I know that on my own, I cannot handle it. You are the only One I can run to, my refuge in times of trouble. I know that You are faithful and that You will keep Your promises. You work everything for my good, and Your providence is always there. In Jesus’ name, I pray. Amen.
When you pray to God in times of worry, know that you don’t have to pray with eloquent words and excellent speech, although it is good if you do. Ultimately, it is about the sincerity of our hearts whenever we pray to God. God already knows everything. In Psalm 139:1-6, we see that He knows the words in our mouths even before we say them. It’s not as if you are informing God about your worries; it’s more about trusting and relying on Him.