Big Idea:
• Jesus commands, “Do not be anxious”—treat worry like sin, not a pet. Peace comes by trusting the Father.
• Creation proves God’s care: if He feeds birds and clothes lilies/grass, He will provide for His children; provision follows purpose when we seek the Kingdom first.
• You can’t serve God and money; choose God’s rule over material preoccupation to live free from anxiety.
Reflection Questions:
- Where is anxiety showing up most for you (finances, health, relationships), and what does that reveal about your trust?
- What “birds and lilies” reminders of God’s past provision can you point to this week?
- Which recurring thoughts fuel your worry, and how will you take them captive to obey Christ?
Action This Week:
• Set a 5-minute daily alarm to “Lift Up Worry”: pray Philippians 4:6–7 over one specific anxiety and leave it with God.
Suggested Scriptures To Pray:
• Matthew 6:25–34
• Philippians 4:6–7
• 2 Corinthians 10:5
• 1 Peter 5:7
• Matthew 6:33
• Isaiah 26:3–4
• Psalm 23:1
• Luke 12:6–7