35: Is Anxiety A Sin?

In episode 35, we chat all about Christians and anxiety.  The Bible commands us not to fear for everyday of the year (literally 365 times), and yet, Christians still struggle with anxiety, possibly more than ever. Why is this so? Is anxiety a sin? We are going to explore this question, while considering our own struggles with anxiety. We know how debilitating anxiety can be, but Christ came to save us from its stronghold.  We share practical tips to deal with anxiety and talk about our own breakthroughs from it. We pray that those who deal with anxiety find comfort and encouragement from our conversation. And those who don't know what it's like, we encourage to listen also, to get a glimpse into what people with anxiety deal with and how to support them. Make sure to subscribe or follow the podcast and if you have a moment, we'd love you to rate and review the podcast if you are loving our content so far. We'd deeply appreciate it!  Make sure to sign up to our monthly newsletter, where we share what God has been teaching both of us, our favourite resources and links. Sign up here.  If you'd like to check out Jess's e-books on pregnancy and postpartum nutrition, then click here.   Links  https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/article/ask-tgc-anxiety-sin/   Culture Apothecary Episode on Anxiety  The Truth behind the verse that says, 'Don't be anxious'  Buy 'Awe' by Paul David Tripp  Scripture  Matthew 6:25-34  Philippians 4:6  2 Timothy 1:7  1 Peter 5:7  Romans 8:28  Exodus 3 and 4 (Moses)  1 Kings (Elijah)  Psalm 57:6  Psalm 6:4-6  Luke 22:42  Ephesians 6:12  Matthew 16:25  Romans 5: 3-4  Episode Chapters  00:00:00  Weekly catch up  00:17:50  Intro to the show  00:23:11  Is anxiety a sin?  00:29:07  Biblical examples of anxiety  00:41:01  What about when kids are anxious?  00:46:30  When does anxiety lead to sin?  01:02:26  The context of 'Do not be anxious'  01:08:24  So, how can we confront anxiety?