Fear Not

"The Lord is near. Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds in Christ Jesus."
Philippians 4: 5-7

Bombings. Explosions. Gun control. Gay marriage. Abortion. Rape. Robberies. Shootings. These are words that evoke anxiety. Seems like I read about them every single day. And that's just in the newspaper! Add all the concerns on a personal level and it can cause illness.
How reassuring it is to know the Lord is near. He sees what's happening, he knows the news. Moreover, he has dealt with all of these things since the beginning of time yet he has peace! Peace beyond understanding that guards our hearts and minds from totally wigging out! To have that peace, I must turn it all over to Him in prayer, trust and believe.
So, fear not! The Lord is near.