10/30/2026
John Gordon Ministries
Speak to God About it
“Don’t worry about anything; instead, pray about everything. Tell God what you need, and thank him for all he has done. Then you will experience God’s peace, which exceeds anything we can understand. His peace will guard your hearts and minds as you live in Christ Jesus.” Philippians 4:6-7 NLT
There are moments in life when we do not know what to say. The weight of problems, uncertainty, disappointment, and fear can leave us searching for answers. Sometimes we find ourselves talking more about our worries than talking to the One who can carry them.
But God invites us to come to Him through prayer.
Prayer is not just a religious activity; it is a personal conversation with our Heavenly Father. It is where we surrender our fears, express our hearts, and remind ourselves of His faithfulness.
When we pray, we are not informing God about something He does not know. We are declaring our trust in the One who already holds everything in His hands. Prayer shifts our focus from the size of our problems to the greatness of our God.
Paul reminds us in Philippians 4:6–7 not to be controlled by anxiety but to bring everything to God with prayer, petition, and thanksgiving. The promise is not that we will never face challenges, but that God’s peace will guard our hearts and minds even in difficult seasons.
Prayer is where fear loses its power, worry is replaced with worship, and uncertainty is met with confidence in God.
Before you speak about your situation, speak to God about it. Before you share your frustrations with others, bring your heart before the Lord.
Father, teach me to run to You first when I face challenges. Help me to replace anxious thoughts with prayers filled with faith and thanksgiving. Remind me that You are working even when I cannot see the answer yet. Let my words be shaped by Your promises and not by my circumstances. It’s in Jesus’ name I pray, Amen."
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