worry warts

one of the things i remember of my first days in Australia was falling in love with Morris Gleitzman.

we lived in a suburb that was halfway between Brisbane and the Gold Coast, which translated to a half an hour car ride to school. so, my sister and i spent a lot of time in the library. we would go to the library after school and wait whenever my parents were unable to pick us up on time or if either of us had after school activities. i loved the library. there were several cosy corners and my favourite spot was in the fiction section where there were big cushions and a comfortable rug, surrounded by bookshelves filled with books - a perfect escape! the school librarian was a really nice lady and since i became a familiar face who loved to read (and i read fast too!), she started recommending me books. one day she asked if i had read any books by Australian authors and handed me "misery guts" by Morris Gleitzman. that got me started on his collection and i loved it cos it was humourous and unlike any book i had read at that time. and after reading "wicked" by Paul Jennings and Morris Gleitzman, i also got on to Paul Jennings books.

anyway the whole point of this reminscening was because one of his books was called "worry warts". seems like a whole lifetime ago...

i've been worrying a lot lately. so many problems and no solution.
but i've started committing all my fears and insecurities to the Lord and came across this verse today:
Philippians 4:6-7
6 Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God.
7 And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.

i'm reminded once again to trust in Him....