Choosing Faith in Our Daily Lives

"Worry is a cycle of inefficient thoughts whirling around a center of fear." — Corrie ten Boom, a Dutch watchmaker who was a famous holocaust activist that saved many Jewish lives during the Second World War.

In our modern world, fear and worry seem almost unavoidable. The news bombards us with troubling headlines, financial pressures weigh heavily, the current political whirlwind and uncertainty about the future can fill our minds with anxious thoughts. But as followers of Truth, we are called to live differently—not from fear, but from faith.

Jesus teaches in Matthew 6:25, “Do not worry about your life, what you will eat or drink; or about your body, what you will wear.” He reminds us that just as God provides for the birds of the air, He will also provide for us. Yet, despite these assurances, we often let worry dominate our thinking, affecting not just our peace of mind but our health, relationships, harmony and overall well-being.

From a spiritual perspective, Unity teachings affirm that life is consciousness. What we focus on expands, and when we dwell on fear, we attract more of what we do not want. Charles Fillmore, co-founder of Unity, wrote, “Fear is the great bugaboo that prevents man from getting into the kingdom.” In other words, fear keeps us from experiencing the fullness of God’s abundance, joy, and peace.

Science confirms what spiritual teachings have long proclaimed: Chronic worry and fear have harmful effects on our bodies. Stress weakens the immune system, disrupts sleep, and contributes to diseases such as high blood pressure, heart disease, and anxiety disorders. Proverbs 17:22 states, “A cheerful heart is good medicine, but a crushed spirit dries up the bones.” When we cultivate trust in God, our bodies and minds respond positively, fostering greater health and well-being.

Fear also disrupts our sense of harmony in relationships. It breeds distrust, causes unnecessary conflict, and leads us to act from defensiveness rather than love. The apostle John reminds us in 1 John 4:18, “There is no fear in love. But perfect love drives out fear.” When we operate from faith and love rather than fear, we foster understanding, forgiveness, and deeper connections with others.
So how do we shift from fear to faith?
Daily Spiritual Practice – Prayer and meditation anchor us in divine truth and recondition the mind to include trust and faith. Take time each day to quietly center yourself in God’s love and affirm, “I place my trust in divine wisdom and abundance.”
Affirmative Thinking – Replace fearful thoughts with faith-filled affirmations. Instead of “I don’t know what will happen,” declare out loud, “God is guiding me, and all is unfolding for my highest good.”
Living in the Present – Fear thrives in the unknown future. Jesus instructs us in Matthew 6:34, “Do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself.” Focus on today and trust that God’s grace will meet you there. This is an application of living in the Now. Without thoughts of the future or past.
Acting in Faith – Fear says, “Wait until, you’re sure.” Faith says, “Step forward, and God will guide the way.” Take inspired action, knowing that divine support is always present.
When we choose faith over fear, we open the door to a life of greater peace, health, harmony, and abundance. Let us commit to living from a consciousness of trust, knowing that God is always with us, leading us toward our highest good.
Come join us on Sunday as we explore the benefits of incorporating faith and trust in our daily lives.

I Love You

Rev. Robert