The discipline of journaling is purposely joined with our theme of the week: God’s encouragement NOT to worry about tomorrow. Although people mean well when they say “don't worry” or “forget about it,” that doesn't make the worrying go away. Journaling offers a practical method to handle worry by writing about it. As we follow the directives of Philippians 4:4-7 about handling worry, we are encouraged toward “prayer and petition” that starts with thanksgiving.

Let’s do that in this devoted time, giving thanks for current and past blessings and the hoped-for peace that God speaks about in Philippians four. God bless you this week as you handle real anxieties and seek real peace through the real work of God. Remember who you are in Jesus Christ:

In Christ I am at peace of God and have access to a peace which transcends all understanding – and which guards my heart and mind so that I do not have to be anxious about anything.