Why Do Believers Worry? A Minister’s Reflection on Faith and Anxiety

As a minister of the Gospel and, more importantly, a man of faith, I’ve often pondered why God’s people worry. The world’s anxieties are understandable—life’s uncertainties and pressures weigh heavily. But why do believers, those who profess trust in God, still wrestle with worry? Is it a complete lack of faith, or merely a faltering moment of trust? My own journey, particularly with financial concerns, has led me to confront this question with humility and seek answers through Scripture and reflection.

The Quiet Presence of Worry

Worry often creeps into my life through finances. It surfaces when my focus shifts to what’s in my bank account or the bills piling up. For years, I didn’t fully recognize this anxiety. Only recently, as a minister and a man of faith, have I become attuned to the subtle ways worry infiltrates my thoughts. This awareness has been both sobering and enlightening, revealing a disconnect between my proclaimed faith and my inner struggles.

Worry is not always overt. It can linger quietly, influencing our decisions and emotions without our conscious awareness. As I’ve grown more attuned to my spirit, I’ve begun to notice this undercurrent of anxiety, often in moments of stillness or reflection.

Worry as a Hidden Undercurrent

Worry is like an undercurrent in the sea—invisible on the surface but powerful enough to pull us under. We often don’t realize we’re caught in its grip until it’s nearly too late. This subconscious worry hums beneath our daily lives, unnoticed until we pause to examine our hearts.

Psalm 46:10 (KJV) offers a divine invitation: “Be still, and know that I am God: I will be exalted among the heathen, I will be exalted in the earth.” As a minister, I’ve found that the more still my spirit becomes in God’s presence, the more I discern my own unrest. Whether I’m driving down the road or sitting in prayer, these moments of stillness act like a mirror, revealing anxieties I hadn’t fully acknowledged. In God’s presence, I see the truth of my heart.

Beholding God's Glory As In A Mirror

Scripture provides further clarity in 2 Corinthians 3:18 (KJV): “But we all, with open face beholding as in a glass the glory of the Lord, are changed into the same image from glory to glory, even as by the Spirit of the Lord.” As a man of faith, I’ve learned that gazing into God’s glory doesn’t just reveal His perfection—it reflects my own imperfections. God is never anxious or fearful. So why do we, as believers, allow worry to persist?

Transformation, as described in this verse, requires more than admiring God’s glory. It demands honesty about what we see in that spiritual mirror. When we acknowledge our worries—our fears, our doubts, our wavering trust—God’s Spirit begins to reshape us. But if we deny these truths, we hinder the process of becoming more like Him. As a minister, I’ve seen this in my own life: only by facing my anxieties can I grow in faith.

Conclusion: Choosing Stillness and Trust

As a minister of the Gospel and a man of faith, I’ve come to see worry as a subtle thief, stealing peace even from those who trust in God. Yet, Scripture calls us to a better way. Through stillness, we become aware of our anxieties. Through honesty, we allow God’s Spirit to transform us. As we behold His glory, we’re reminded not only of who He is but also of who we’re called to become—people free from worry, anchored by faith in God Himself.

Worry doesn’t mean our faith has failed; it’s an opportunity to deepen it. As believers, we’re invited to rest in God’s presence, confront our fears, and trust the One who never worries. Let us, as people of faith, choose stillness over striving and honesty over denial, allowing God to shape us into His image, from glory to glory.

To be continued:

Changed Into His Image