Anxiety is everywhere these days, but so is God's grace.
In this episode, Haley and Dustin dive into the growing epidemic of anxiety and how it affects our minds, hearts, and faith. They explore the difference between anxiety, fear, stress, and worry, and unpack the common causes behind anxious thoughts. Most importantly, they share practical, biblical tools for managing anxiety—highlighting the powerful truth found in Philippians 4:8.
If you or someone you love is struggling with anxious thoughts, this episode offers clarity, comfort, and a Christ-centered path to peace.
Subscribe to the podcast and tune in each week as Haley and Dustin share with you what the Bible says about real-life issues with compassion, warmth, and wit.
So you have every reason for hope, for every challenge in life. Because hope means
Hope Talks is a podcast of the ministry of Hope for the Heart.
(15:58) - Navigating Anxiety and Seeking God's Comfort
(23:03) - Finding Strength in Faith Amid Anxiety
(27:34) - Restoring Wellbeing Through Understanding Anxiety
(36:04) - Recognizing and Managing Symptoms of Anxiety
(45:26) - Balancing Listening and Speaking in Anxiety
(51:16) - Overcoming Anxiety Through Biblical Practices
(01:00:45) - Finding Hope and Peace Amid Anxiety
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Bible verses mentioned in this episode
Psalm 23:1-3 – “The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want. He makes me lie down in green pastures. He leads me beside still waters. He restores my soul.”
Psalm 145:8 – “The LORD is gracious and compassionate, slow to anger and rich in love.”
Ecclesiastes 3:7 – “A time to tear and a time to mend, a time to be silent and a time to speak”
Matthew 6:26 – “Look at the birds of the air; they do not sow or reap or store away in barns, and yet your heavenly Father feeds them. Are you not much more valuable than they?”
Luke 12:6-7 -- “Are not five sparrows sold for two pennies? Yet not one of them is forgotten by God. Indeed, the very hairs of your head are all numbered. Don’t be afraid; you are worth more than many sparrows.”
Philippians 4:6-9 -- “Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things. Whatever you have learned or received or heard from me, or seen in me—put it into practice. And the God of peace will be with you.”
