Why Worry When You Have Jesus

A few weeks ago I had the opportunity to preach a message on worrying out of Philippians 4:6-9. We live in a time of nothing but worry. We worry about all kind of things. But we as Christians shouldn't worry, because we have to be reminded that God is in control of every single thing. Worrying for the Christian is like putting sand in a gasoline engine, it will do nothing but cause bigger problems. Really when we stop to think about it when we worry whatever we are worrying about becomes our god, because it gets all our thought, time, and attention. So what can we do to prevent worrying?

"6 Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. 7 And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.8 Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things. 9 Whatever you have learned or received or heard from me, or seen in me—put it into practice. And the God of peace will be with you." Philippians 4:6-9

• 1. Worry about nothing (verse 6) 
• Worrying is wasteful. If you truly believe that God is in control of every situation you face, then worrying is wasting your time. Worrying has never ever solved a problem. 
• Worrying is harmful. Physically it can cause you to become sick, emotionally it makes you miserable, and spiritually it becomes your god. 
• Worrying is sinful. Verse 6 is a command for us not to worry about anything, but pray about everything. Worrying is the absolute opposite of faith. God doesn't worry, why should we? 
• 2. Pray about everything (verse 6) 
• ALL THINGS 
• Prayer is not only a place of power, but also a place of peace. 
• Pray about the situation the first thing in the morning, and trust God to handle it. If you want God all day seek Him in the morning. 
• 3. Be thankful for everything (Verse 6) 
• Thanksgiving is faith turned inside out. Trust! 
• It's impossible to have a thankful spirit and a worried spirit at the same time. 
• Think of Romans 8:28 which says "28 And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love Him, who have been called according to his purpose."
• God begins to work when we begin to praise.
• 4. Think of the best things (Verse 8) 
• You are what you think 
• You can control your thoughts just as easily as you can control who you are friends with.
• Negative thoughts equals no peace. 
• Saturate your mind with the Word of God. 
• 5. Do the right things (Verse 9) 
• One cure for worry is work. 
• Sitting around complaining will never bring peace. 
• Actions and attitudes are linked together. Do something worthwhile. Put your life to some purpose and you wont have time to worry. 

I hope this brings peace and encouragement to somebody struggling with worry. Always remember The peace of God will guard you (verse 7). The God of peace will guide you (verse 9).