Anxiety Quote by John Stott
“A Christian's freedom from anxiety is not due to some guaranteed freedom from trouble, but to the folly of worry and especially to the confidence that God is our Father, that even permitted suffering is within the orbit of His care.”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: "Freedom from Anxiety" by John Stott, 1975
True freedom from anxiety comes not from eliminating trouble but from trusting God's care, even in suffering.
In simple terms: Trust God despite problems.
Cultivate trust over worry.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- prayer
- counseling
- daily stress
- life crises
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does trust change your response to hardship?
- What practices deepen reliance on divine care?
May be challenging for those who struggle with doubt.