“Cast all your anxiety on Him because He cares for you” (1 Peter 5:7)
Casting is intentional relocating of something; in this case it is relocating where we put our anxiety. I’d just like to point out the word intentional, that is my word this year for learning how to better walk in the direction & instruction of the Lord. Our first response to what has us feeling anxious should be in removing it off our mind and casting it on Jesus. As soon as we sense that anxiety welling up inside of us, cast it in Jesus’ direction, immediately. Be intentional about not holding on to that feeling. Look up scriptures regarding anxiety so you know how to say, “You said” Examples: “You said you would walk me through the waters” (Is. 43:2) “You said you would lead me through the valley” (Ps. 23:4) “You said that you would never leave or forsake me” (Heb. 13:5). Find a promise that fits your problem and build your prayer around that. Faith touches the heart of God, and it activates the angels of heaven. Your answer may not come over night, but it will come. And you will overcome. Remember God did not give you a spirit of fear, but of love, power and a sound mind (2 Ti.1:7) He is Love. There is power in being anchored in His Word. Do not let the enemy come in and manipulate you by fear, confusion, or panic. Fear is a liar. Anxiety is a liar. “Peace, I leave you; my peace I give to you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.” (Jn. 14:27) Yep, He said it! Believe it.
Bread and Water 