Summary: Saint Francis of Assisi wisely stated, "Lord grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change, the courage to change the things I can, and the wisdom to know the difference." In our culture, stress is commonplace. Worry is often a driving force in decision-making, life choices, and emotional stability- or instability for that matter! We spend hours worrying about things we have no control over. Perhaps worry is even keeping you from reaching your world... Are you worried the person will no longer like you? Are you worried because you don't think you'll know what to say?The Bible speaks often about this issue. Paul writes in Philippians, "Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God." Do not respond to situations with fear. Respond in faith! As St. Francis wisely stated, there are some things you can't change. People's ideas about you and their responses to the Good News are God's business, not yours. When you choose to respond in faith and do what you can anyway- you will more powerfully reach your world. So today, put your worry and fear aside and tell a friend about the Lord Jesus Christ.
