"And when you pray, you must not be like the hypocrites. For they love to stand and pray in the synagogues and at the street corners, that they may be seen by others. Truly, I say to you, they have received their reward. But when you pray, go into your room and shut the door and pray to your Father who is in secret. And your Father who sees in secret will reward you.”
Matthew 6:5-6 (ESV)
The constant pressure of performing to an acceptable, even admirable, standard to others breeds anxiety. Anxiety comes from the fact that our show may be lame or unappreciated. Those who perform in public must also concoct some sort of answer to their prayers, so the commoners are impressed. This, too, breeds anxiety. When the pressure for success is fueled by our ability to perform rather than in Christ, we drown in our anxious thoughts.
Knowing the will of God and living in obedience to Him is the fuel of our future and always results in sustainable energy for the challenges life presents. |
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