We all do it—scrolling through our phones, thinking about that email we haven’t sent, replaying a difficult conversation, or imagining every possible way a relationship could go wrong. Worry feels productive, like we’re preparing for life’s challenges. But in truth, it accomplishes nothing. Every anxious thought is a subtle way of stepping into God’s role, trying to control what only He can control, leaving us disconnected from ourselves, from Him, and from the present moment. Jesus challenged us in Luke 12:25-26: if we can’t control the length of our own lives, how can we possibly manage the complexities of life?
Everyday moments give us opportunities to practice releasing this false control. Waiting for a test result? Instead of imagining the worst, breathe, pray, and focus on the steps you can take today to care for yourself. Nervous about a work presentation? Prepare thoughtfully, align with integrity, and release anxiety about how it will be received. Even small interactions, like a tense text exchange or a social media post, can become exercises in surrender: we control our intentions and our response, but the outcome is in God’s hands.
Redirecting worry into prayer, faith, and purposeful action changes everything. The energy we used to spend imagining disaster now fuels clarity and presence. We start to notice that God’s plan is larger than our fears, and that our small, faithful actions—sending that message, speaking honestly, showing up with love—are powerful when aligned with His purpose.
The freedom of letting go is immediate. We stop carrying the weight of outcomes we cannot control and make space for God’s peace. We discover that worry accomplishes nothing other than giving something for our ego to take a hold of, but trust accomplishes everything and is when you operate from your soul. Life becomes lighter, decision-making clearer, and our hearts more attuned to His guidance.
When we release the illusion of control, we step into real empowerment—not because we are in charge, but because we are walking in partnership with a faithful God who sees all, knows all, and governs all. Worry fades, clarity emerges, and the present moment becomes our sanctuary. Every time we choose trust over anxiety, we practice the truth that God’s peace is far greater than anything we can imagine or plan for.
