2 But I have calmed and quieted my soul,
like a weaned child with its mother;
like a weaned child is my soul within me.
Psalm 131:2 (ESV)
In direct opposition to most scientific research and anecdotal evidence, I say worry is a positive addition to anyone's life. Here, I believe, are several irrefutable reasons as to why worry is a good thing.
1. Extra Time- You will have hours of extra time to clean house, wash the car, aimlessly wander the neighborhood, or worry even more because sleep will elude you.
2. Diet Plan- Think of all the weight you will lose because of the developing ulcer.
3. Solitude- You will find you have more time to reflect and ponder life as your friends and family start to avoid you.
4. Increased Collegiality- You will have much more face time with coworkers as you have to apologize and explain why you made such a bonehead decision or failed to meet a deadline.
Worry seems to be getting a bad rap in today's press. Worry has so much to offer a person's life. Worriers of the world -- UNITE!
If worrying was an Olympic sport, I might not win the gold, but I think I would at least qualify for the team.
As I have spent time worrying about worry, I have noted a commonality about scripture and worry. That commonality is that we are responsible for taking action to combat worry.
Psalm 131:2 - I have calmed and quieted my soul
Philippians 4:6 - (you) let your requests be made known to God.
Matthew 11:28 - (You) Take my yoke upon you, and learn from me, . . .and you will find rest for your souls.
Combating worry is not a passive endeavor. As God's chosen, we are to place ourselves in the position where He can assist us. Meditation, prayer, scripture knowledge, Bible reading are all active processes that we should engage in on a daily basis. God is faithful and true, but we have a responsibility and duty to do our part.
Whether it is fighting worry, seeking direction, or combating sin, passive Christians are defeated Christians.
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