Anxiety can feel like a storm you can’t control—racing thoughts, tight chest, sleepless nights, and a constant “what if?”
If you know that feeling, you’re not alone. Jesus met anxious people with compassion, not condemnation. God’s love is strong enough to hold you steady, even when your world feels shaky.
“I used to think anxiety meant I was failing as a Christian. But as I started to chew on God’s love, I found a peace that didn’t depend on my circumstances.”
How to Use This Resource
- Grab a journal.
- After each section, pause and write out your answers. Don’t rush—let yourself go deep.
- When you run out of answers, ask a new CHEW question, ask a trusted friend, or look up what wise Christians say about your question.
- At the end, you’ll find a 7-Day CHEW Challenge and ways to connect with others for support.
Step 1: Get Honest About Your Anxiety
- What situations or thoughts trigger my anxiety? (work, relationships, health, finances, the future, feeling out of control, etc.)
- What do I feel physically and emotionally when anxiety hits? (racing heart, tight chest, restlessness, fear, dread, etc.)
- What do I believe about myself or God in those moments? (I’m alone, I have to control everything, God won’t take care of me, I’m not safe)
Step 2: Identify the Core Need Beneath the Anxiety
- What am I really longing for right now? (peace, security, control, assurance, rest, hope)
- What lie am I tempted to believe about God or myself? (God isn’t paying attention, I’m on my own, my worries are too big for God, I have to hold it all together)
Step 3: Match Your Anxiety to a Characteristic of God’s Love
God’s love for you is:
- Peace-giving and calming (John 14:27; Philippians 4:6–7)
- Present and attentive (Psalm 34:18; Matthew 6:32)
- Faithful and trustworthy (Lamentations 3:22–23)
- Sovereign and in control (Romans 8:28; Isaiah 41:10)
- Gentle and patient (Psalm 23:1–4)
- Providing and caring (Matthew 6:25–34)
Step 4: CHEW Questions for Anxiety Struggles
Write out your answers in detail—don’t stop until you can’t think of any more. When you run out, try a new question, ask a friend, or look up biblical resources. Check out an example of what this looks like here.
Peace-Giving & Calming
- If I really believed God’s peace is available right now, how would that change my next breath?
- If I really believed Jesus gives me His peace, how would that change my thoughts tonight?
- If I really believed God’s love can calm my fears, how would that change my response to anxious moments?
Present & Attentive
- If I really believed God is with me in my anxiety, how would that change how I face this situation?
- If I really believed God sees and cares about every detail, how would that change my sense of being overwhelmed?
- If I really believed I’m never alone, how would that change my self-talk when anxiety rises?
Faithful & Trustworthy
- If I really believed God has always been faithful, how would that change my worries about the future?
- If I really believed God keeps His promises, how would that change my need to control outcomes?
- If I really believed God is trustworthy, how would that change my willingness to let go of what I can’t control?
Sovereign & In Control
- If I really believed God is sovereign over my life, how would that change my fear of the unknown?
- If I really believed nothing surprises God, how would that change my response to unexpected news?
- If I really believed God is working for my good, how would that change my perspective on today’s problems?
Gentle & Patient
- If I really believed God is gentle with my fears, how would that change the way I treat myself when I’m anxious?
- If I really believed God is patient with my struggles, how would that change my frustration with slow progress?
- If I really believed God’s love is kind, how would that change my expectations for how He responds to my anxiety?
Providing & Caring
- If I really believed God will provide for my needs, how would that change my financial worries?
- If I really believed God cares for my family more than I do, how would that change my prayers for them?
- If I really believed God knows what I need before I ask, how would that change my approach to prayer?
Step 5: Meditate, Pray, and Apply
- Reflect on a key verse:
“Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.” —Philippians 4:6–7
Pause and pray: “Father, thank You for Your peace that guards my heart. Help me trust You with my worries, even now.” - Let God’s Word shape your thinking and heart:
- Write the verse on a card or your phone.
- Repeat it when anxiety rises.
- Ask God to help you trust His promise, not your fears.
Transparency Note:
This resource is crafted in collaboration with advanced AI tools and thoughtfully finalized by the 1st Principle Group staff to ensure biblical faithfulness and practical relevance for our readers.
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