Cast all of your anxiety upon Him, because He cares for you. (1 Peter 5:7)
Sounds great in theory, but how do we practice it in prayer?
Today, Cayce leads us through a simple exercise in giving our burdens to the One who can handle them all.
Pray: "Jesus, bring to my mind some type of container."
An object or even a place may come to mind. Feel free to ask Him the significance of what He is showing you.
Pray: "Help me put the burdens I’m carrying in that container."
Using the image God has given you, take time to release any situation, person or thing that feels heavy.
Once you’ve released your burdens into the container, picture yourself taking a step back. If you have a hard time letting go, simply ask Jesus to help you. When you are ready, ask what He will do with it now that you’ve released it….and then watch.
Once you see what Jesus does with your cares, take a minute to express gratitude.
Then, open your hands in a receiving posture.
Ask: "Jesus, what do you want to give me in exchange for all I’ve released to you?"
A great follow-up question is, "How does that change things for me?"
If you have any questions about what He’s giving you, just ask Him—keeping in mind He’s a great exchanger and gives good gifts that are not a burden.
– Debora Daniels Albrecht