Our daily concerns
"Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds in Christ Jesus." (Philippians 4:6-7) St. Paul exhorts believers to surrender their anxieties to God through prayer, supplication, and thanksgiving. Anxiety is a universal human experience, yet Paul reminds the faithful that they are not alone in their struggles. Rather than allowing worry to consume their hearts, Christians are called to entrust their cares to the Lord. This surrender is not passive resignation but a profound faith act acknowledging that God is sovereign. Through heartfelt prayer and gratitude, the believer deepens their reliance on divine providence and cultivates a spirit of trust. Paul emphasizes the importance of thanksgiving in prayer, recognizing that gratitude transforms how one approaches life's challenges. When believe...