Between Two Worlds

CCEF is reprinting an article by David Powlison on worry. You can read it in four parts:

• part 1
• part 2
• part 3
• part 4

Here's the basic outline:

1. You’ve got plenty of good reasons to worry!
2. You’ve got plenty of better reasons not to worry!
3. How do you get a grip when the barbarians are rioting in the streets of your mind?

You should read the whole thing instead of relying on my inadequate summary, but here's a quick outline of the practical steps he recommends at the end:

1. Name the pressures.
2. Identify how you express anxiety. (Spot the signs.)
   
3. Ask yourself, "Why am I anxious?" (Uncover the inner logic of your worry.)
4. Meditate on Jesus' promises of provision and reasons not to worry.
5. Go and talk to your Father.
6. Give--do and say something constructive and caring.