Greg Laurie: A New Beginning God’s Answer to Fear, Anxiety & Worry, Part 2 | Uprooting Anxious Thoughts
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Nov 21, 2025 Dive into the gripping world of anxious thoughts, where Pastor Greg Laurie unveils the power of faith to uproot worry. Discover how Jesus invites us to exchange our burdens for His peace. Learn about the importance of rest, diet, and social connections in battling anxiety. Explore the struggles of isolation through the story of Elijah, and find humor in a simplistic ten-step solution to gain perspective. Lastly, embrace a joy rooted in faith, encouraging you to rejoice regardless of life's circumstances.
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Deliberately Cast Your Cares
- Casting cares to God is a deliberate act of will to stop worrying and let God assume responsibility.
- Greg Laurie emphasizes choosing intentionally to stop worrying and leave the outcome with God.
Check Practical Causes First
- Check for practical causes of depression like diet, sleep, and overexposure to junk media.
- Greg Laurie advises medical checkups, rest, and practical self-care rather than only spiritual solutions.
Elijah's Cave: Eat Then Heal
- Greg Laurie recounts Elijah's burnout after Mount Carmel when he hid in a cave and was told to eat.
- The angel's instruction to 'get up and eat' illustrates simple physical care amid spiritual collapse.
