Note to self…
The next time you fear the future, rejoice in the Lord’s sovereignty.
Rejoice in what he has accomplished. Rejoice that he is able to do what you cannot do.
Fill your mind with thoughts of God.
Max Lucado
Note to self…
God tells me to not be anxious or afraid because He has overcome the world. It doesn’t matter how big the giants in front of me are, because I know how big the God behind me is.
Note to self…
It’s okay to admit when I’m not okay. Being honest opens the door so I can be set free… denial and fear are a like prison that will make it hard to find healing, help and healthy change.
Note to self…
Worship gets my eyes off of myself and my problems and helps me focus on Jesus instead. Worry, fear, anxiety and stress can’t exist in God’s presence.
Note to self…
I have no need to look around anxiously. I have nothing to fear. God is with me. He will help me. He is holding me up. He will sustain me. He will give me His strength.
Note to self…
The Lord IS…not was or will be, but IS now…MY shepherd. He knows me by name and cares for me. He will lead, guide, protect and provide for me. I don’t need to be worried or afraid, because He is with me.
Note to self…
The Lord is my Shepherd. I lack nothing. He leads me to places of rest. He restores my soul. No matter what hard times I am walking through, I don’t need to fear, because He is with me. He comforts me. His goodness and mercy are with me every day of my life.
Note to self…
Fear can be a healthy thing that keeps me safe…but I will not be a prisoner to fear. God is my protector, my refuge, my deliverer. He tells me to not be afraid because He is with me. He has set me free. I choose to trust Him and walk in victory instead of fear.
Note to self…
I can’t always stop the negative thoughts that come to my mind, but I can choose which ones I will dwell on. Today I will not let negative, fearful, angry or anxious thoughts consume me. I will ask God to help me fix my heart and mind on things from above.
I will remember that God has not given me a spirit of fear. He gives me His power, love and a sound mind. I will take every thought captive and face this day with courage because He has equipped me to face every challenge.
The same God who created and sustains the universe is also holding me. I have no need to worry, be anxious or fearful, because He is with me and for me. Today, I will find peace and rest in Him, because He has everything under control.
When I start to feel anxious, I will picture Jesus sitting next to me saying, “Do not be anxious or afraid. I am with you. I will give you peace” I will think about His words and not what is bothering me.
Note to self…
Greater is He that is in me, than anything in this world. I am more than a conqueror and He is with me. I will not be afraid or overwhelmed!
The Lord IS…not was or will be, but IS now…MY shepherd. He knows me by name and cares for me. He will lead, guide, protect and provide for me. I don’t need to be worried or afraid, because He is with me.