A worldwide pandemic have you worried? Are you anxious about political events and the coming national election? Do health concerns weigh your mind down?
It is completely understandable that these and other concerns cause us to be anxious at times. What can we do to find some relief?
First, we need to drect our thoughts to the present, where we live. The past is gone and we cannot relieve worry by concentrating unduly on the future. Thinking about the present better prepares us to handle the future.
Secondly, I would suggest that what we think about affects our attitudes. If we are constantly having negative thoughts, our attitudes will follow negatively. Instead, when we are thankful for what we have and think positive thoughts our attitudes and outlook will improve.
Philippians 4:8 puts it this way; “Finally brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is commendable, if there is any excellence, if there is anything worthy of praise, think about these things.”
Reluctant Retiree 