“Panic, a deep abiding, free-floating anxiety, often without any reason or logical basis.” ~ Nelson DeMille
We live in a broken world, and yet we panic when brokenness occurs in the world. Jesus told us there would be chaos and bloodshed as the world passes away. He also told us not to panic when trouble comes. It is not a question if there will be another war, but only a matter of when. We are currently at war with an invisible opponent and ourselves over who is right and wrong with managing the pandemic.
The kingdom of God will be restored on earth as it is in heaven, but until that task is complete, expect war, pandemics, death, disease, accidents, and heartache. Don’t panic over what is forecasted to occur. The world lives on top of a volcano that erupts daily and spreads ashes of darkness and pain everywhere. Have faith in the Creator of the universe and God’s promise of spending eternity in paradise that Jesus calls the kingdom of God.
Scripture Readings
Reflection Questions
- What did you take away from today’s reflection and scripture readings?
- How often do you panic?
- What do you panic about?
- Why does Jesus tell us not to panic?
- What are the predictions of Jesus for the end of the world before the kingdom being restored on earth?
- How will you experience the kingdom?
Prayer¹
Lord, I come to you, and I thank you for drawing near to me when I draw near to you. To think that you are mindful of me — Your love overwhelms my soul. But Lord, today, my spirit is heavy, and my body is weak. I cannot bear the weight of this anxiety and panic any longer. I recognize I can’t get through this alone, and I pray against the very active enemy trying to shake my faith and tear us apart. Help me stand firm in you. Fortify these weary bones and remind me of the truth that this pain and panic will not last forever. It will pass.
Please fill me with your joy, peace, and perseverance, Lord. Restore my soul and break the chains of anxiety and panic that bind me. I trust you with my panic, and I know that you have the power to take it all away. But even if you don’t, I know I don’t have to be a slave to my fear. I can rest in the shadow of your wings, and I will rise and overcome by your unwavering strength. In Jesus’ Name, Amen.
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