A Breath of Inspiration Ministry

I woke up around 2am last night, thinking about my niece Minako who lives in Japan.  I found myself worrying about her because we haven't heard from her in some time and Japan seems so very far away.  And now with all the disasters going on over there I spent the wee hours tossing, turning, praying for her then admittedly tossing some more.  

Eventually,  I opened my prayer journal and happened to read a scripture entry I wrote almost two years ago. 

Psalms 3:4 "Then I lay down and slept in peace and woke up safely for the Lord watches over me."

The Commentary notes added: "If I'm laying awake at night with worry (over unanswered prayer) that I cannot change, ask God to get involved THEN go to sleep"

I remember when I originally wrote that entry, It was so simple and I found comfort for myself, and now almost two years later, I find comfort again.

I'm reminded that this Psalms still applies to every and all situations I may worry about.  Whether it be my niece in Japan, my work, friends, unexepected bills, etc...Those things that are out of my control are completely in God's control, so there is no need for tossing and turning.

Next time worry wakes me up at night, or pesters me throughout the day, I'll be sure to ask God to get involved and trust that He will, so I can rest.

Thought 4 the Day:  Make a list of everything you worry about that is beyond your control...Once you have your list, don't waste one more minute, ASK God to get involved with each situation, then let it go and rest your mind, so He can work.