Ep 17: Trading Anxiety for Peace: Finding Rest in God’s Presence

2025-02-17

Anxiety can feel all-consuming—stealing your peace, your sleep, and your joy. But what if you could trade that weight for something greater? In this episode of Healing Journeys with Jesus, we dive deep into what it means to lay down anxiety and receive the peace that only Jesus can give. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by life’s uncertainties, stuck in fear, or exhausted from carrying burdens you weren’t meant to bear, this episode is for you. We’ll explore how to surrender control, embrace God’s promises, and step into the rest He has prepared for you.

Anxiety can feel all-consuming—stealing your peace, your sleep, and your joy. But what if you could trade that weight for something greater? In this episode of Healing Journeys with Jesus, we dive deep into what it means to lay down anxiety and receive the peace that only Jesus can give.

If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by life’s uncertainties, stuck in fear, or exhausted from carrying burdens you weren’t meant to bear, this episode is for you. We’ll explore how to surrender control, embrace God’s promises, and step into the rest He has prepared for you.

✨ In this episode, we discuss:

✔ Why anxiety tries to take hold and how to release it

✔ How to stop “watching the wind” and start trusting God

✔ The invitation to lay your burdens at Jesus’ feet

✔ Practical ways to replace worry with worship and truth

✔ A powerful prayer to invite peace into your heart today

Friend, you weren’t meant to live in a constant state of stress. God’s peace is available to you—right now. Take a deep breath, step into His presence, and let’s walk this journey together.

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