Trust Him
1 Peter 5:6-7 (ESV) 6 Humble yourselves, therefore, under the mighty hand of God so that at the proper time he may exalt you, 7 casting all your anxieties on him, because he cares for you.
Have you ever had a season of worry or anxiety that affected you deeply? You lose sleep, you lose your appetite, you are more irritable, and you may even experience moments of hopelessness. These emotions are real and can lead a person down a destructive path. Individuals turn to earthly vices to find relief, which, in the moment, may provide a false break. But in the long run, those vices will always fall short.
Christ knew man would experience these feelings and face these types of challenges. And as always, He gives us the right answer as to how to confront them. In 1 Peter 5:7, Yahweh instructs us to cast all our anxieties on Him. In other words, to throw our worries, concerns, apprehensions, and hopelessness to Him.
How do you throw emotions and experiences at Him? The KEY is to have full faith and trust in Yahweh. Know that He is the one true living God, and there is no other. Know that He is your Father and loves you beyond measure. Know that He sees the end from the beginning, and He sees you right where you are. Yahweh wants nothing but the best for you, even if it’s hard for you. Once you trust Who He is and humble yourself, casting our anxieties on Him becomes easier.
So, as you start your day, consider your emotional and spiritual state. Are there worries or apprehensions that have distracted you or robbed you? Take a moment and reflect! Who is Yahweh to you, and do you fully trust Him? Once you come to a place of trusting Him, this key will open the door for Him to care for you. It is His promise.