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War Scriptures for Worriers

I really hate it when I’m trying to pray, and worries sneak in. Before I know it, I’m worrying rather than warring. I’d rather be a warrior than a worrier, and I want you to be a warrior too. We need each other. We need warring sisters fighting the good fight with us. Thankfully, we aren’t alone, and that is …

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The Stars Helped me Stop Worrying

Worry is the facade of taking action when prayer really is.  ~Ann Voskamp, One Thousand Gifts I don’t consider myself a worrier. But I know that term is relative. There is a long and wide spectrum to that cumbersome thing called worry. In fact, as I type, I realize how I’ve prided myself on my ability to “not worry.” Yet …

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If Fear and Anxiety Threaten Your Peace Too

It’s been such a fearful week for many. The Paris massacre. Jews stabbed in Tel Aviv. Threats to the U.S. I’ve had to stop watching the news. Images of ISIS and their propaganda videos are wearing on this not normally anxious woman. I’ve never understood anxiety until the other night when the news images would not let my mind sleep. …

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10 Steps to Peace and a Restful Night’s Sleep

  Are you worried? Anxious? Stressed? Do your worries keep you up at night?   I’ve got the answer. Well, actually, God has the answer. Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice! Let your gentleness be evident to all. The Lord is near. Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition …

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