Introduction: “Worry is like a rocking chair,” she said, “It’ll give you something to do but it won’t get you anywhere.” My beloved grandmother was filled with country wisdom like that. She died years ago but her wisdom germinated in me. At least I hope it has.

Yesterday I received another text that was about the latest iteration of government shutdowns. My friend was anxious. “What’s the deal? Surely you know” was the gist of his message to me. No, I don’t know, dear brother. Even as an officer in the nation’s military, I don’t know.

The result for many people, I think, is to worry. There’s no lack of it. Folks are worried to death, it seems. They wake up and reach for the newsfeed of their choice. Or they’re dialed in to their preferred influencer or news station or talk show. Whatever you desire, there is likely a platform for you.

“Worry is like a rocking chair,” Momo said. “It’ll give you something to do but it won’t get you anywhere.”

In Episode 5 (linked below), I speak to this from Scripture. The references are in the notes for you, but here they are again. My goal? To speak biblically on the issue of worry.

Scripture references: 2 Samuel 22:29; Psalm 62:8; Philippians 4:6-9.

Thanks for tuning in. I hope it encourages you.