I NEED A SINGLE HOUR: Part II - I Have Choices

I.  THE CHALLENGE OF WORRY
     A.  My current condition is challenging
           1.  I don't doubt God's presence; however, my sensory level is too low to feel God.
           2.  I need God's healing, but I'm afraid I'll shatter into tiny pieces at the slightest
                touch.
           3.  My mind is consumed with worry
                a.  What tasks do I need to accomplish?
                b.  When do I need to accomplish my tasks?
                c.  How am I going to accomplish my tasks?
                d.  Who can I trust to help me accomplish my tasks?
                e.  How much time will it take to accomplish my tasks?
                f.  What materials do I need to accomplish my tasks?
                g.  What are the consequences of not accomplishing my tasks?
     B.  My current circumstances are challenging
           1.  I thought God understood that my "Yes" negated becoming involved with
                foolishness.
           2.  I thought I had the skill set to handle stressful situations.
           3.  It's extremely disappointing to learn that some of my Earth Angels are no longer
                members of my cheering squad.
           4.  I didn't think I'd return to this desolate place on the Memory Lane Trail. 
                   (http://www.fromhelltowin.com/2012/05/all-aboard-self-improvement-shuttle-2nd.html).
           5.  I need a new and improved job with a better salary and better benefits.
           6.  My spouse has been out of work for nearly 3 years.
           7.  I need money to pay my bills: mortgage, rent, daycare, water & sewer, electric
                & energy, TV, auto, home & medical insurance, phone & Internet, retailers.
           8.  My children have serious medical issues and we need an affordable health
                insurance plan with full coverage.
           9.  I thought this situation was under my control.

Dear God:

I've got to decide--do I want to work hard at worrying or do I want to live an abundant life?

I've reviewed the list and I choose Life.

Forgive me for thinking that laying comatose was my cure-all. Purify my heart, O God, and renew within me a steadfast spirit. "Do not cast me from Your presence or take your Holy Spirit from me. Restore to me the joy of your salvation and grant me a willing spirit, to sustain me." (Psalm 51:10-12, NIV).

LORD, I have a willingness to exalt You over my condition and circumstances! I have a willingness to stay "alive, awake, attentive and alert" to live abundantly. (Patricia R. Allen). I have a willingness to cast all of my anxiety on You because You care for me. (1 Peter 5:7, NIV).

In Jesus name...AMEN.

Who of you by worrying can add a single hour to your life? (Luke 12:25, NIV).

I Need A Single Hour Blog Series

I know from life experience that challenges do not discriminate--every individual on planet Earth experiences challenges. The theme scripture for this 5-part blog series is Luke 12:25, NIV: Who of you by worrying can add a single hour to your life? It is my hope that this series will inspire you to spend "a single hour" communicating with God.