Birds, Flowers, and the Anxiety Epidemic. Matthew 6

In the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus tells us: "Do not worry." He says it four times in a row. If you've ever struggled with anxiety, this might sound tone deaf or harsh. But Jesus doesn't leave it there. He gives us a resource for addressing our anxiety: the Book of Creation. He seems to think that if we could learn to read creation the way one reads a book, our anxieties would (with time and practice and growth) fade away. In this final message on the Book of Creation, we'll explore how God uses creation - birds and flowers - to speak to our anxiety and cultivate in us a vision of life that grows within us a deep peace with God, ourselves, and all things.

WARNING: In this message, anxiety and panic attacks will be mentioned. For some, this can be a trigger. This sermon is not intended to be medical advice. If you suffer from severe or chronic anxiety, you should seek help from a mental health professional. If you need help finding help, email [email protected].