Action Steps to Fight Anxiousness

Whatever place I’m in, I want to do it well. Whether a moment or season, I have an inner knowing that whatever I’m facing will come to pass. & Some emotions, like fear, are only experienced on this side of Heaven. How you do hard times matter. & Like you, I want to look back & be pleased with how I handled them.

Here are a few action steps I’ve learned to practice so I can proactively overcome the moments when my heart quickens.

1. Pray

The moment you feel it. Name the anxiousness. Say it in your head. Say it out loud. & then pray, “God, fight my physical fear & anxiety. There’s not much I can do. Thank you for making me brave.”

Ask for wisdom. Ask for practical ways to move forward.

2. Remember His Promises

Who He is. How good He is. How faithful & steadfast He is. Turn your eyes upon Jesus. Recite the song. Recite the scriptures you know.

The opposite of fear is trust.

3. Love

Find the love behind your fear. Whatever is making your heart anxious indicates something deeper. Something you love. List what you love.

4. Stand Firm

Serve. Engage in something else for someone else. Learn. Listen to a podcast or worship music. Read a book. Take a walk outside. Take your next step.

scriptures to remember

MY MIND IS ON HIM. HE KEEPS ME IN PERFECT PEACE.

You will keep in perfect and constant peace the one whose mind is steadfast [that is, committed & focused on You—in both inclination &character], Because he trusts & takes refuge in You [with hope & confident expectation]. Isaiah 26:3

THE LORD DESIRES MY STEADFASTNESS.

Blessed is the man who remains steadfast under trial, for when he has stood the test he will receive the crown of life, which God has promised to those who love Him. James 1:12

I will see the DELIVERANCE.

Moses answered the people, "Do not be afraid. Stand firm & you will see the deliverance the Lord will bring you today.” Exodus 14:13

I HAVE A SPIRIT OF POWER, LOVE, & A SOUND MIND.

 For God did not give us a spirit of timidity or cowardice or fear, but [He has given us a spirit] of power & of love & of sound judgment & personal discipline [abilities that result in a calm, well-balanced mind & self-control]. 2 Timothy 1:7

THE LORD IS WITH ME. WITH HIM I AM STRONG & COURAGEOUS.

Be strong & 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. Deuteronomy 31:6