BibleInTonguesAnxiety in the Bible (7 days)
A simple plan based on the topic: Anxiety in the Bible. Each day, read the texts and apply one practical takeaway.
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- Day 1: Foundations (Part 1)Trace the topic through foundational texts and first patterns in Scripture.Focus verseGenesis 31:53
The God of Abraham, and the God of Nahor, the God of their father, judge between us.” Then Jacob swore by the fear of his father, Isaac.
Reflection questionAfter reading Genesis 31:53, what part of “Foundations (Part 1)” do you need to reread in context today?
- Day 2: Foundations (Part 2)Trace the topic through foundational texts and first patterns in Scripture.Focus verse1 Samuel 10:2
When you have departed from me today, then you will find two men by Rachel’s tomb, on the border of Benjamin at Zelzah. They will tell you, ‘The donkeys which you went to look for have been found; and behold, your father has stopped caring about the donkeys and is anxious for you, saying, “What shall I do for my son?”’
Reflection questionAfter reading 1 Samuel 10:2, what part of “Foundations (Part 2)” do you need to reread in context today?
- Day 3: Wisdom voices (Part 1)Read how the topic is framed in prayer, poetry, and wisdom language.Focus verseJob 25:2
“Dominion and fear are with him. He makes peace in his high places.
Reflection questionAfter reading Job 25:2, what part of “Wisdom voices (Part 1)” do you need to reread in context today?
- Day 4: Wisdom voices (Part 2)Read how the topic is framed in prayer, poetry, and wisdom language.Focus verseProverbs 3:25
Don’t be afraid of sudden fear, neither of the desolation of the wicked, when it comes;
Reflection questionAfter reading Proverbs 3:25, what part of “Wisdom voices (Part 2)” do you need to reread in context today?
- Day 5: Gospel witnessStay close to Jesus' words and actions to see the theme in focus.Focus verseMatthew 6:34
Therefore don’t be anxious for tomorrow, for tomorrow will be anxious for itself. Each day’s own evil is sufficient.
Reflection questionAfter reading Matthew 6:34, what part of “Gospel witness” do you need to reread in context today?
- Day 6: Pauline lettersFollow how Paul explains the theme with doctrine and practical direction.Focus versePhilippians 4:6
In nothing be anxious, but in everything, by prayer and petition with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God.
Reflection questionAfter reading Philippians 4:6, what part of “Pauline letters” do you need to reread in context today?
- Day 7: General lettersRead the theme through concise exhortation, endurance, and pastoral care.Focus verse1 Peter 5:7
casting all your worries on him, because he cares for you.
Reflection questionAfter reading 1 Peter 5:7, what part of “General letters” do you need to reread in context today?
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