Anxiety
Do you feel anxious because of the threat of poverty, hunger, or homelessness?
Relevant Bible account(s):
La 3:19—The prophet Jeremiah, like many of his countrymen, is homeless after the destruction of Jerusalem
2Co 8:1, 2; 11:27—Deep poverty afflicts Christians in Macedonia, and the apostle Paul often lacks food, clothing, and shelter
Comforting scriptures:
See also De 24:19
Do you feel anxious because you fear being friendless, alone, or unloved?
Relevant Bible account(s):
1Ki 18:22; 19:9, 10—The prophet Elijah feels that he is entirely alone as a faithful servant of Jehovah
Jer 15:16-21—The prophet Jeremiah feels alone among merrymakers who ignore his message
Comforting scriptures:
Comforting Bible account(s):
1Ki 19:1-19—Jehovah gives the prophet Elijah practical aid, listens patiently to his concerns, and encourages him with vivid reminders of His power
Joh 16:32, 33—Jesus knows that he will be abandoned, but he also knows that he is not truly alone
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