Understanding and Managing Anxiety Through Faith and Prayer Grace in Real Life

Ever wondered why you feel anxious when there doesn't seem to be a reason for it? Or how to differentiate between everyday 'nerves' and clinical anxiety? This episode takes you on a journey to understand the twists and turns of anxiety, revealing its potential triggers and the value of professional help. We discuss the human physical response to anxiety, using Jesus's experience in the Garden of Gethsemane as a reference point to affirm that fear and anxiety do not equate to inadequacy.

Plunge into the teachings of Paul and the wisdom of the Proverbs as they guide us in managing our anxiety. Find solace in the Bible's instructions to lean on God during overwhelming times. Learn how to discern between regular anxious moments and more serious anxiety conditions and harness the power of prayer and hope. We offer practical strategies to cope, including recalling God's past faithfulness and understanding that God is not a variable but a constant in our lives. 

The episode concludes with an exploration of the power of gratitude and kindness in redirecting our focus and altering our circumstances. We discuss the importance of biblical memorization and provide specific verses to help remember God's faithfulness. Don't miss the chance to discover how prayer can be your strongest tool in managing anxiety. We wrap up with a heartfelt prayer for those battling anxiety and depression and a review of the episode's key insights. This is your invitation to join us in a conversation that could change your perspective on anxiety and provide you with practical tools for navigating life's anxious moments.

In a world as incredibly affluent as the United States you would think that anxiety levels would be the lowest in the world. It really shows you that anxiety and peace have less to do with things than it does with something else. 


In this episode, listen for:
What is Anxiety Examples of anxiety in the bible5 implications of Be anxious for nothing and Verses to memorize for anxietyHow to apply the trial testWhy prayer is a powerful tool 



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Inerrancy and Infallibility of Scripture 
https://www.logos.com/grow/inerrancy-of-scripture/ 


Fighting Words by Ellie Holcomb
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Anxiety Journal from The Daily Grace Co
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Seizing God’s Promises Fearlessly 
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Bible Verse Memorization Tattoos
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Proverbs 16:3 
Matthew 6:34
Isaiah 41:10 
Joshua 1:9 
1 Peter 5:6-7 
Proverbs 12:25 
Psalms 77
Philippians 4:6-7