Anxiety can often make us feel overwhelmed and we must struggle with our problems alone. Especially, if you have no support system to assist you in navigating them. However, your belief in God can provide a sense of being supported by a higher power.
By integrating your religion into how you cope with your anxiety, you will see that you are never alone. Your faith in God and His goodness will push you to recognize that He is your strength and comfort. That He will never leave you to suffer alone. In this blog, we will talk about how to access God’s power in times of anxiety and how faith can help you manage your worries.
Recognize There is a Source Beyond Yourself
Your faith in God will help you realize that there is a higher power than you. Or, the struggles you face every day. It’s the God you follow. He is always there to provide you with guidance and strength when times of anxiety arise. It can help to reduce anxiety as it can make your reasons for feeling anxious seem more manageable. Or, smaller.
Allow yourself to remember that God is bigger than whatever it is that is causing your anxiety. This can be a way to find solace in your faith. It will help you reframe intrusive thoughts and beliefs about yourself. It will allow them to shift to a more positive viewpoint. As Isaiah 41:10 states,
“So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.”
You Are Never Alone
You may be anxious that you don’t have the support you need in your life to navigate the challenges you face. Or, maybe you’re anxious because you feel isolated and alone. However, with your faith and with God, you’re never alone. Your faith can bring you closer to God and help form a connection with Him that is comforting and reassuring. When you are needing someone to talk to, you can pray to him. Or, you can seek a Christian counselor in Atlanta, GA.
A Christian counselor can give you support while integrating your faith and relationship with God into the process. For example, your counselor may suggest that when you are feeling anxious, try to take a few moments each day to connect with God. Find a quiet spot and just pray to him. Ask him for the guidance and strength you need to face your anxiety. Your relationship with God will help provide you with the courage you need to see through any challenging situation.
Connect to a Community of Support
One of the best parts of having religious beliefs is the power of community. Praying with a group and attending church services can help you build a community that shares your faith and provides support to you in times of need. Research shows that people who regularly attend church or other places of worship are more likely to feel socially connected and supported.
Having this social support can help you address your anxiety as you will be able to talk about it with others and get advice on how to navigate your challenges. Moreover, the community can provide emotional support and empathy for the hard times you may be going through. For example, your community will pray for you, help you to stay strong, and invite you to talk about your worries.
Create Meaning in Your Life
In a world where it is easy to get caught up with all the material and superficial things, turning to religions where it nourishes your soul can help you find meaning in your life. It is a way to ground yourself and be reminded of the bigger picture, allowing you to pause and reflect on the decisions you make, how you’re taking care of your mental health, and how you interact with the people around you.
By trying to live according to the word of God, you will not be as focused on the things that create anxiety in your life. Instead, you will be focused on living according to what is right for your faith and making decisions based on the principles of your religion. This can reduce anxiety as there is less uncertainty in your life. From the afterlife to certain situations, you will have a better idea of how to make decisions and move forward with less fear.
Implementing religion into how you manage your anxiety can be beneficial to your overall well-being. By focusing on the power of prayer, faith, and God, you can start to see things in a different light which can help you reframe your anxious thoughts. It will also provide you with the connection and community to help get through your anxious moments.
Interested in Working with a Christian Counselor in Atlanta or Decatur, GA?
Anxiety can impact every area of your life. Anxiety can show up at work, in your relationships, when you login to social media and just about everywhere else. But you don’t have to go through this alone. Prayer can help. Finding moments of peace and relaxation can help. And, counseling can also be an important part of you taking back control of your emotional wellbeing.
Sometimes, Christians worry that a therapist won’t fully understand the connection between their faith & mental health. As both a pastor and an anxiety therapist, I get it. I firmly believe that your physical, mental, emotional and spiritual wellbeing are all interconnected. And to truly manage your anxiety, all of these need to be supported.
You no longer have to separate how you manage your anxiety and your faith or your outlook on life. Your religion can give you the support you need to cope and process the anxieties that come up within your life. At Faith and Family Empowerment, we are able to provide you with quality services through online therapy or in person at our Decatur counseling practice. When you’re ready to begin Christian Counseling in Atlanta or Decatur, GA, follow these steps:
- Contact me to schedule an initial appointment
- Learn more about me and my approach to treating anxiety
- Begin leaning on your faith to reduce your anxiety and receive the support your need!
Other Therapy Services Offered at Faith and Family Empowerment
Christian Counseling isn’t the only service offered at my Decatur, GA-based therapy practice. I’m happy to offer a variety of in-person and online mental health services. These include Christian counseling, and depression support groups. Other mental health services include premarital counseling, discernment counseling, and counseling for affair recovery. Learn more by visiting my about, blog, or FAQ pages today!
About the Author
Introducing William Hemphill, the owner, and therapist of Faith and Family Empowerment. A counseling practice that focuses on integrating faith into the management of anxiety and other challenges. With a passion for helping individuals build healthy relationships, William brings over 20 years of experience as a Couples Therapist and Marriage Counselor to his practice. As a parent who understands trauma and an adoptive parent, he provides compassionate support for couples navigating the complexities of supporting an adopted child. With a background as a Hospice Chaplain, William also offers guidance through grief and loss and helps clients navigate life transitions with empathy and understanding. His counseling specialties include Christian counseling, marriage counseling, premarital counseling, discernment counseling, affair recovery, group therapy, and online therapy. Trust in William’s expertise to empower your faith and family on your therapeutic journey.