“Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry

about its own things. Sufficient for the day is its own trouble.”

We worry automatically. What to do with worries? We have to learn to give them to God in prayer every day. This is the only right solution. Our problems are often so big and difficult that we see no way out. We need to begin every prayer with repentance: “Lord, forgive me that I trust in You so little, that I do not seek Your kingdom first, that I am dominated by my self-will every day and then I am overwhelmed with worries and see no way out. This creates a tense atmosphere in which I react impatiently or even angrily towards my neighbours, I hurt them with my words or gestures and disturb our relationships. Please forgive me. You know that I see no way out of this particular worry, I am powerless, but I give this problem to You. You, Lord, are the solution to my insoluble problem. Now I am not alone in my powerlessness, I am powerless together with You. Thank You for Your peace which fills my soul. Lord, I know that You will show Your glory in this problem too in good time. I am not afraid any more; I thank You that this problem, which seems unsolvable to me, is in Your hands.”

If we learn to give our worries to God, prayer will become our daily need and our life will become fruitful. Every day we will experience the power and love of our Lord ever anew.

Also, when you are overwhelmed with fear before doing some work or duties or you find yourself in an unexpected situation and feel helpless, be aware of God’s presence and repeat several times with faith: Jesus, I trust in You! Let this be your motto to help you turn to Jesus several times a day with faith: Jesus, I trust in You!

Download: Reflection on Mt 6:34