Have you ever noticed that older people, like a grandparent or another older family member, tend to stay calmer when things go wrong? The reason for this is they’ve been through a lifetime of challenges and have experienced God’s faithfulness. They are peaceful knowing that God can and does work things out.

Being afraid sometimes is normal for humans, but when we live in fear, we’re not being kind to ourselves. God has plans to prosper us, not harm us, so we should be giving our worries over to Him. Deuteronomy 31:6 says, “Be strong and courageous, do not be afraid or tremble in dread before them, for it is the Lord your God who goes with you. He will not fail you or abandon you.” God is our protector and He will never abandon us, especially when we need Him most.

God understands our fears and anxieties and has compassion for us. There are many Bible verses and stories that tell us about His unwavering love and support. One is Philippians 4:6, which says, “Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.” God wants us to bring our worries to Him because when we do, He will give us a sense of peace so great, we can’t imagine.

Another great verse comes from King David, who faced many challenges and fears throughout his life. He spent years on the run from men who were trying to kill him. In Psalm 23, David wrote, “The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want. He makes me lie down in green pastures. He leads me beside still waters. He restores my soul.” David found peace and courage knowing that God was his shepherd, guiding and protecting him through every hardship.

Reading your Bible and praying are very helpful in finding peace, and the courage to trust and believe in God’s promises. So is listening to Praise music! Find a good station and listen to all the songs written about God’s goodness. There are lots of great artists putting out really good music!

I’ve selected a few of God’s promises from the Bible, and other verses to encourage you and give you hope. Find the ones that stand out to you and meditate on them. Think about them over and over, and God’s love and peace will find you.

Always remember, God loves you and I do too!