The Anxieties of Life

   “Cast all your anxiety on him, because he cares for you.”  (1 Peter 5: 7)

   I look around at this nation and everywhere I look I see discord and hatred.  A nation of laws is quickly becoming a lawless nation.  Unless things change I don’t see any way for the United States to continue as the country I have known and loved.

   I look at my Church and see discord and perhaps heresy from some those are supposed to provide support and guidance in our spiritual life.  A rebirth is needed both in the clergy and the laity.

   Still, we are to cast our anxiety on the Lord.  He cares for us and He will see the faithful through this test as He has the many tests that have come before.  The test may be difficult, and many may simply give up in frustration.  But there have been worse times and the faithful and the Church have survived.  We must place our trust in the Lord to see us through again.

   There are ways to navigate the dangerous waters of our present situation.  First and foremost is trust in God and His plan.  Prayer, talking to God about our worries and concerns and listening for His reply, provides comfort.  Daily Mass is a blessing and any who have the opportunity should try to take advantage of the graces available.

   St. Peter not only tells us to cast our anxieties on God, he warns us of those who are striving to take us from God, “Like a roaring lion your adversary the devil prowls around, looking for someone to devour.”  (1 Peter 5: 8).  The term “devour” used here is very appropriate.  If allowed, Satan will devour our peace, our happiness, and our relationship with our God.  We must be strong, look to God and resist the evil one.

We worry too much about worldly matters.

Our only concern should be Your will.

The world will pass away.

You are eternal.

Amen