Articles by Desiring God When Anxiety Clouds Reality
Sep 3, 2025
Marshall Segal, a writer and speaker at Desiring God, dives into the pressing issue of anxiety, especially among the younger generation. He reflects on personal and familial struggles with anxiety and the challenge of maintaining hope. The discussion highlights the power of prayer and reliance on God to combat worry, emphasizing biblical teachings that encourage finding joy even in uncertainty. Segal illustrates how grappling with anxiety can lead to a deeper understanding of peace and joy through faith.
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Personal Nights of Worry
- Marshall Segal lists recent personal anxieties like health, house, work, finances, and family that invaded his pillow.
- He recalls those nights as painful battles where Scripture served as sword and shield.
Paul's Universal Promise Against Anxiety
- Paul pairs a command not to be anxious with prayer and thanksgiving as a pathway to God's peace.
- That promise applies to any specific fear because when Paul says "anything" he means anything.
Pray Specifically and Expect Peace
- Do bring your particular fears to God through prayer and thanksgiving rather than letting them quietly fester.
- Do expect God's peace to guard your heart and mind even when circumstances remain unchanged.
