This WSJ article "In Praise of Anxiety" will cause you to rethink anxiety all together

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[@daviddorf]

John, I like how you handled the distractions in the video. You were giving us a great example of somebody who is pursuing excellence but not perfectionism.

[@BecomeNew]

I appreciate that! Thank you for joining us - we just focus and continue to move forward Blessings Bucky

[@brucebaker111]

Thank you, John. Your timing with this video is perfect. I often struggle with anxiety at times; it can be debilitating. And I've come to see it as a kind of sacred wound that constantly points me back to God. There’s a deep longing in my heart, something deeper that I'm searching for because I believe we were made to be with God. It’s in Him that I feel entirely safe, fully known, and at peace. Life has thrown many curveballs at me and my family recently, and this video was exactly what I needed to hear this morning. I’m learning that it’s okay to fail as long as I’m making progress, and I remind myself that self-blame only adds unnecessary weight to the load I’m already carrying. Anxiety can have its benefits. It’s a signal pointing us to what needs attention. But it’s also a nudge towards something more significant. I know that perfection isn’t the goal; instead, it’s about growing closer to God and trusting that Jesus cares, not for how perfectly I handle everything, but for how I keep coming back to Him. Our journey in life is not about achieving some flawless standard but about who we are becoming in Christ, taking it one day at a time, as the Serenity Prayer reminds us: "God, grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change, courage to change the things I can, and wisdom to know the difference." Philippians 4:6-7 always gives me a sense of peace: "Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, 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 your minds in Christ Jesus." This scripture reminds me that the peace I long for comes when I bring my anxieties to God, knowing He is the only place where I am truly safe and I can trust Him one day at a time.

[@BecomeNew]

Bruce - your thoughts and reflection is so well said. I personally find Reinhold Niebuhr's Serenity prayer is a light for our path to God that fills my heart each day Be Blessed Bucky GOD, give me the grace to accept with serenity the things that cannot be changed. Courage to change the things which should be changed, And the Wisdom to distinguish the one from the other. Living one day at a time, Enjoying one moment at a time. Accepting hardship as a pathway to peace, Talking, as Jesus did, This sinful world as it is, Not as I would have it, Trusting that you will make all things right, If I surrender to Your will, So that I may be reasonably happy in this life, And supremely happy with You forever in the Next Amen

[@brucebaker111]

@BecomeNew The 2nd half, not usually said in 12 step meetings, really brings reality home. I have always found it reassuring.

[@BecomeNew]

I as well - it is foundational for me Thank you Bruce Be Blessed Bucky

[@KathyHickey-mv3tr]

Whoa!! I was full of anxiety the last few hours, and felt totally overwhelmed! Now I see it as a sacred wound pointing me to God!!! I’m counting on God’s wisdom to teach me today!!

[@BecomeNew]

Kathy - God is with us not matter what is going on inside or outside of our day - continue to lean in Thank you for being with us on our journey Bucky

[@kimreid5438]

Anxiety = Sacred wound that points us to God ❤️ Seeing it as purposeful, when managed well, provides a whole new perspective. Hopeful rather than harmful. Thank you!

[@BecomeNew]

We appreciate you being with us and sharing - we are grateful Bucky

[@RoseExieDavis]

Grateful for this episode. Inspirational. Thank you.

[@BecomeNew]

Glad you enjoyed it! We appreciate you being with us Bucky

[@tracismith9590]

Thank you for this...Anxiety can tear you down if you don't get a handle on it...needed this..❤

[@BecomeNew]

You are so welcome Traci - so glad it was timely and helpful for you Blessings Bucky

[@mommorkus]

Amen and amen!

[@BecomeNew]

Amen indeed! Bucky

[@JeanneCorrigan-ej4le]

Thank you John for your teaching on anxiety from the past. It was just what I needed to hear. My younger sister was just diagnosed with Alzheimer’s and I am having anxiety about her life and also what my future might be. I will try to be living in excellent-ism versus perfectionism in my daily walk and have a lot more talks with God. Thank you for this new hope and peace of mind. ❤️

[@BecomeNew]

Jeanne - God is with you on your daily walk journey - he is listening if you allow him. May you continue to find peace and hope Bucky

[@elaineh1041]

Good morning ☀️ Sharing with my daughter, yes, He is where peace can be found 🥰💕🍃

[@BecomeNew]

Thank you Elaineh we are grateful you enjoyed and hopeful it will be helpful for your daughter Bucky

[@cathiemazeika2944]

I don’t remember seeing this video but I loved it. For someone who deals with anxiety, as I think most of us do, I will listen again. Pursuing excellence with God over perfectionism. Yes!

[@BecomeNew]

Great reminder as our pursuit is with God - thank you for joining us Bucky

[@lynngreen1138]

There have been so many wonderful series since the beginning, I have been blessed to listen to almost all of them. Thank you for revisiting some of them. Blessings on your new digs John and Nancy and I hope someday I run into you in Santa Barbara.

[@BecomeNew]

We are excited about our move to Santa Barbara - as well as to share poignant "Flashback" episodes Enjoy Bucky

[@tracykamemoto4602]

Yay!! Very excited for this series!😊

[@BecomeNew]

I'm so glad! We are excited to present some of our "Flashbacks" Blessings Bucky

[@candyboyer]

Absolutely no problem seeing something John recorded a couple of years ago - still full of wisdom. Have struggled with anxiety since I was a child. So this was particularly relevant for me!

[@BecomeNew]

I'm so glad you shared this with us, Candy. Watching and growing with you. - Brad

[@pattydonohue7822]

Such great timing for today’s devo for me as well. Strengthen by reading the comments too. I’m a spiritual being foremost and forever. And He wants me to know and experience Him in all things.

[@BecomeNew]

Thank you Patty for your words and insights - we are so grateful for you Bucky

[@MaryMacnider]

Yes this is helpful to me. I love this idea of a newspaper in one hand and the Bible in another. Blessed by this ministry. Thank you.

[@BecomeNew]

Thank you for your kind words and encouragement - thank you for being with us Bucky

[@pattydonohue7822]

Thank you, Bucky for reaching out to me!

[@BecomeNew]

You are more than welcome - we are blessed to have you along on our Become New Journey Bucky

[@PinkRower]

Hey! I'm under 80 and am very familiar with newspapers! 😂

[@BecomeNew]

haha! Me too! I still get the physical newspaper and love it -tim

[@tomjennings8394]

Great stuff.

[@BecomeNew]

Thank you Tom for your kind words - we appreciate you joining us Bucky

[@delissacastleberry4416]

Learning to manage it well, mindfulness. Thank you for a starting point - not suppressing it.

[@BecomeNew]

Excellent reminder - it is a starting point - not the end . Grateful you are with us Bucky

[@Julie-gv9xe]

Thank you! What a great idea to revisit this video. I don't remember this video, but it is exactly what I needed today.

[@BecomeNew]

We are glad you enjoyed our "Flashback" journey - more to come Thank you for being with us. Bucky

[@aaronschuler287]

Hey John, thanks so much for your content! I got so many times encountered by your sermons! I think you are a outstanding communicater! Be blessed! Aaron from Germany:)

[@BecomeNew]

Aaron, how nice to read this and hear from you. Our love to you in Germany! - Brad

[@rochellegriffin7640]

Thank you

[@BecomeNew]

You're welcome we are grateful you are with us Bucky

[@daniellemeadows8291]

❤

[@BecomeNew]

Good Morning Danielle - thank you for sharing your morning with us Bucky

[@richardhayter8458]

Simply think and contemplate God and His participation in your Life and obtain relief as you thank Him for your problems as opportunities to grow nearer to Him. Emmet Fox’s Golden Key comes to mind?

[@BecomeNew]

Well said, thank you for sharing Bucky

[@TheBatman777]

Is this Joe Biden’s brother?

[@Karen_richwillo]

Thank you

[@BecomeNew]

You're welcome Thank you for joining us Bucky