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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.” quote by John Stott
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“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.”

John Stott

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.

Key Takeaway

Cultivate trust over worry.

Themes

faith anxiety trust spirituality

Mood

reassuring hopeful

Type

spiritual motivational

When to use this quote

  • prayer
  • counseling
  • daily stress
  • life crises

Key Concepts

theology psychology

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does trust change your response to hardship?
  • What practices deepen reliance on divine care?
A Different Perspective

May be challenging for those who struggle with doubt.

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