Passage: Philippians 4:5-8

The Lord is at hand; do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.

Reflection:

With all that is going on in the world, stress creeps in and steals our joy. Often, we find ourselves overwhelmed and unable to function to our full capacity. Thankfully, Christ knew this would happen to us and has given us an incredible gift. PEACE. When we feel anxiety creep in, we can turn to God and ask for help. He hears us, gives us peace, and guards us in Christ Jesus. Remember that stress does not have power over you. You are made strong and whole in Christ.

Reflection Questions:

1. What does this passage teach us about anxiety?

2. How can you stand strong amidst stressful situations?

3. What characteristic of God do you see in this passage?

4. What does this teach you about how to follow God?