Popular Christian speaker and author Joyce Meyer says worry has no place in a Christian's life. Once people accept Jesus Christ into their lives, they have to learn how to channel their worries the right way.
"The first thing we need to understand is that when we become new creations in Christ, what is normal for the world is no longer normal for us. There's a way we're supposed to live that reflects the image of Christ in the world," she writes on her website.
The world might deem it normal to worry, but Meyer says it's not normal for Christians to do so. "This doesn't mean we won't ever feel worried, but when we do, we can pray and give it to God so we can have His peace while we go through a hard time," she says.
Whatever circumstances Christians might be facing, they have to feel emboldened because they have God's wisdom, discernment and peace to guide them through their decisions. When they make the decision to accomplish something, Meyer says Christians have the Holy Spirit on their side so they are free to stop overthinking their decisions.
It's also important for Christians to develop a humble mind, according to Meyer, because it will give them a sense of peace. "A person with a humble mind is peaceful because they can wait on God's timing and follow His direction; they don't constantly struggle with wondering why or when. And a humble mind isn't judgmental or critical of others," she says.
The author of "Battlefield of the Mind" says Christians have the power to choose their thoughts, so they should always choose good things. "So make the decision to spend time each day reading and meditating on the Word. Pray and ask God to help you understand how to apply the wisdom you discover to your everyday life. As you do your part to renew your mind, God will do His," she assures.
