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What does the Bible say about worry?

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What Scripture says

Therefore don’t be anxious for tomorrow, for tomorrow will be anxious for itself. Each day’s own evil is sufficient.

Matthew 6:34

casting all your worries on him, because he cares for you.

1 Peter 5:7

Cast your burden on Yahweh, and he will sustain you. He will never allow the righteous to be moved.

Psalms 55:22

Verses quoted from the World English Bible (public domain).

A reflection

The Bible teaches us to release our worries and anxieties to God, as He cares for us deeply (1 Peter 5:7). Notably, Jesus instructs us not to be anxious about tomorrow, emphasizing that each day has its own challenges (Matthew 6:34). The Psalms further encourage us to cast our burdens on the Lord, assuring us that He will sustain us (Psalm 55:22).

This reflection was written by AI from the verses above. The verses are quoted verbatim; the AI never writes Scripture.

Where traditions read it

Catholic
Catholic tradition teaches that anxiety is to be alleviated through the sacrament of confession and prayer, emphasizing reliance on God's grace.
Protestant
Protestant teachings often focus on personal relationship with God through prayer and devotion as the means to combat anxiety, highlighting Scripture's role in giving peace.

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