I have a lot to do in the next few days. A doctor's appointment, laundry, housecleaning, library, soccer, church, planning Chase's birthday party and so much more. Last night I woke up a few times worrying about how I am  going to get everything done. Now I know from experience that this is not helpful. I know that things go so much better when I have a more positive outlook and do not allow myself to worry. So what do I need to do? That's right, pray and pray some more and meditate on God's Word. Bible writers knew that we are prone to worry  so worry gets addressed directly in the Bible.

One of my favorites is Proverbs 3:5,6:

Trust in the LORD with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding;

 in all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make your paths straight.

I also am comforted by Philippians 4:5-7:

Let your moderation be known unto all men. The Lord is at hand.

Be careful for nothing; but in every thing by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God.

And the peace of God, which passeth all understanding, shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.

My prayer this morning is this:

Dear Lord, You are a Mighty and Awesome God! I praise you for who you are in all of your glory. King of Kings, the One True Light, you alone are worthy to be praised. It is you who order the Universe yet it is you who watches over me and my family as well. I lay all of my cares at your feet, Precious Lord. I will turn to you throughout this weekend as I am planning schedules, running errands and planning our homeschool. Help me to remember to attempt no task without your input Lord. I can do nothing without you, Lord. You alone are the Most High and you alone know the best path for me and my family. I will let you direct my paths, Lord. My own understanding is so limited that I feel overwhelmed. I am right to feel overwhelmed for I am worrying about things that are in your dominion, Lord, not mine. What stresses me is no problem for you. Help me to be a good example to my family as a woman who truly trusts in the Lord and places all of her cares on Him. Thank you, Sweet Lord for your eternal watch over me and my family. Answer all of the prayers in my heart as I prepare my heart to follow You today.