Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you. 1 Peter 5:7 (NIV)

What causes anxiety? Living is the simple answer. Each day we are confronted with potential sources of anxiety. There are things we have no control over, but we can have anxiety over things that we “think” we have a measure of control. We can even have anxiety, but not know or understand the cause.

Regardless of the cause, anxiety is not good for our health, or well-being. Anxiety can cause elevated heart rates, high b...

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The Lord is my light and my salvation— so why should I be afraid? The Lord is my fortress, protecting me from danger, so why should I tremble? When evil people come to devour me, when my enemies and foes attack me, they will stumble and fall. Though a mighty army surrounds me, my heart will not be afraid. Even if I am attacked, I will remain confident. Psalm 27:1–3 (NLT)

David lived a life filled with danger. He faced many life-and-death situations where he had to overcome his fears. Fear can...

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