During the reign of a king named Ahaz, we find that news of an invasion affected God’s people in this way: “So the hearts of the king and his people trembled with fear, like trees shaking in a storm” ( Isa. Men and women throughout the biblical narrative faced scary situations that threatened their peace. Whether our fears are overblown or completely appropriate because life has thrown us some curveballs, most of us struggle to find peace in the midst of our problems. I wonder if you can you think of a time when you spent a lot of mental energy getting worked up about something that now seems out of proportion in hindsight. This worry, fear, and fixation on small problems that I blow out of proportion has been a perennial problem in my life. Looking back, I can’t believe how over-focused I became on something fairly insignificant in the grand scheme of life. ![]() They joined cross-country the next year and found a sport much better suited for them. They hated all things tennis and were doubles partners, which was a relational disaster. (Almost everyone did.) I got what I wanted, but my objectives were not accomplished. Against their will, I dragged them to the courts each morning, and they did make the team. I hatched a plan to teach them tennis in the next two weeks so they could try out for that team. I wanted them to have an activity, be part of a team, and have something to keep them after school for a few more hours so I could get things done. I mourned their separation from friends and feelings of rejection but was also thinking of myself. My twin daughters were in seventh grade and hadn’t made the volleyball team. Don’t laugh when I tell you what I was obsessing over because it seems so ridiculous in hindsight. I woke up frustrated and discouraged after battling worry in the middle of the night. Take your Father’s hand, and He will lead you. This article was originally posted in the July issue of HomeLife magazine Start your subscription today!
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