Relationship with God & Mental Health

Prayer as mental hygiene (Phil 4:6–9). Paul’s triad—pray, give thanks, think on—is a Spirit‑given antidote to obsessive worry. Present requests with thanksgiving, then curate thought life toward what is true, honorable, just, pure, lovely, commendable. Guzik underlines that God’s peace stands guard like a sentinel over heart and mind, and that practiced truth forms a lifestyle of peace. Enduring Word

Rest in a Person (Matt 11:28–30). Jesus doesn’t offer techniques; He offers Himself: “Come to me… and I will give you rest.” His yoke is easy—well‑fitted—because He bears the weight with us. Enduring Word’s exposition of Matthew 11 frames this as a gracious invitation to the overloaded. Enduring Word

Speak to your soul (Ps 42). The psalmist models honest lament and hopeful self‑talk: “Why are you cast down, O my soul?… Hope in God” (Ps 42:5). Guzik notes the psalmist refuses to surrender to spiritual depression; he challenges discouragement with remembrance and praise. Enduring Word

Cast, don’t clutch (1 Pet 5:7). Casting care presumes humility under God’s mighty hand (vv. 6–7). Guzik ties this to shepherding imagery: God truly cares for you, so anxiety can be transferred into His keeping. Enduring Word

A daily rhythm (10–12 minutes).

• Name it: “Lord, I’m anxious about ____.”

• Cast it: picture placing the burden in Jesus’ hands (1 Pet 5:7). Enduring Word

• Thankfulness pivot: list two mercies in the same domain (Phil 4:6). Enduring Word

• True‑things meditation: 90‑second focus on one truth (Matt 11:29; Ps 23:1). Enduring Word

• Next right step: one small act of faithfulness (text a friend, go for a walk, start the hard email).

• Community touch: confess one burden to a mature believer (Heb 10:24–25). Enduring Word

When to get extra help. Scripture commends wisdom and counsel; severe or persistent symptoms may call for medical or counseling care. These practices integrate with, not against, good clinical help.

Question: If Jesus’ yoke is well‑fitted, what burden have you been dragging that He never asked you to pull alone?