Have you ever wished you could just go back in time and be a kid again? That you could go back and not have to worry about anything? No bills, no money problems, no job issues… wow!
I would happily return to the days that I used to walk home from school. I was quite popular with my friends back then: My house was so close that I would walk home to get changed for rugby, pick up my friends, and maybe even buy them all some ice lollies (yes, that’s partly why I was so popular).
I say I want to go back to those days not because I want to be popular, but because of the feeling of freedom I associate with those times. Think about it – all I had to worry about was how many lollies to get and to make sure I was at rugby practice on time. Life doesn’t get simpler than that.
Don’t get me wrong: I wouldn’t trade what I have now for the world. I love my life. Yet growing up comes with its own set of challenges and worries.
But here’s the thing: those worries, cares, and challenges do not need to derail your life. Yes, it’s tough in the real world. But here’s what the Bible says about those times when it all seems to become too much:
Give all your worries and cares to God, for he cares about you. –1 Peter 5:7
In an ideal world, we would all be carefree. We would all be like children, without a worry in the world. We’re not, though. But you don’t have to face those challenges on your own. God wants to be there for you. He wants you to come to Him with your worries, challenges, and issues.
He wants to help you – if only you’ll let him!
Godspeed.