Each morning during this family reunion/vacation that we're having, my dad is leading a Bible study. Of course, I am sleeping in until after the studies are over each morning. He is using a great topical Bible study that my grandad put together. I've got it stored on a hard drive somewhere as a Word document (if anyone wants a copy, let me know). It has several topics and then a couple dozen Scripture references that "speak" on the topic, as well as a paraphrase of what the verse is saying.
Today's study was on WORRY.
The Bible says a lot about this subject. Doctors have probably written much on the subject, because worry doesn't help our bodies. I'm sure there is much negative activity going on inside (our nervous system, our circulatory system, even our breathing is effected).
Phillippians 4:6-7: Do not worry. Pray, be thankful. God's peace brings joy.
Psalm 34:4: The Lord will free me from my worries and fears.
1 Peter 5:7-8: Let God have all your worries and troubles.
Matthew 6:31: Don't worry about having enough food and clothing.
Luke 12:25: What good does worrying do? Will it add a single day to your life?
1 Corinthians 7:32: I want you to be free from worry.
Matthew 13:22: Worry, through the cares of this life and longing for money, chokes out the Word of God.
Psalm 127:2: Don't work hard, early until late at night. God wants His loved ones to get proper rest.
James 1:2-3: Be happy when you have trials and temptations, for when the way is rough your patience can grow.
John 16:33: Here on earth you will have many trials and sorrows; but cheer up, I have overcome the world.