10 Tips to Surrender the Fear of Missing Out This Christmas

4. Be Still in the Presence of the LORD

“Be still in the presence of the LORD, and wait patiently for him to act. Don’t worry about evil people who prosper or fret about their wicked schemes” (Psalm 37:7).

5. Stop Being Angry

“Stop being angry! Turn from your rage! Do not lose your temper - it only leads to harm. For the wicked will be destroyed, but those who trust in the LORD will possess the land” (Psalm 37:8-9).

6. Be Godly

“It is better to be godly and have little than to be evil and rich. For the strength of the wicked will be shattered, but the LORD takes care of the godly” (Psalm 37:16-17).

7. Hold the LORD’s Hand

“The LORD directs the steps of the godly. He delights in every detail of their lives. Though they stumble, they will never fall, for the LORD holds them by the hand” (Psalm 37:23-24).

8. Do Good

“Turn from evil and do good, and you will live in the land forever. For the LORD loves justice, and he will never abandon the godly” (Psalm 37:27-28).

9. Put Your Hope in the LORD

“Put your hope in the LORD. Travel steadily along his path. He will honor you by giving you the land. You will see the wicked destroyed” (Psalm 37:34).

10. Look at Those Who Are Honest and Good

“Look at those who are honest and good, for a wonderful future awaits those who love peace. But the rebellious will be destroyed; they have no future” (Psalm 37:39-40).

God wants us to live a full and blessed life. He promises that it won’t always be easy. Following Christ means submitting to a way of life which goes against what the rest of the world deems normal. But, the miracle of the Christmas story – Christ Jesus coming down to earth to the tune of angel choirs – is all the proof we need to know it’s worth it to walk His way. This Christmas, let’s stay focused on Christ Jesus, who is always with us, and joyfully submit our schedules and our daily steps to the Spirit of God living in us. We can set down the burden of FOMO, fear, and worry, and follow the Light.

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Meg is a graduate of Ashland University. She is a writer, author, editor, and digital content creator. She stepped away from her job in Internet Marketing in 2008 to raise her daughters, which gave her passion for writing a chance to shine through her blog, Sunny&80… Life within the Love of Christ. Meg has served as a Children’s Worship Team Leader and Middle School Leader for her local church. She founded and led the Breakfast Club Bible Study for Tweens, has served as a Young Life Leader and Committee Member, and led Women’s Bible Study. She has also volunteered as a content creator for her local church, studied Bible/Ministerial Training through Global University, completed COMPEL PRO Writers Training, and is Ethically AI Certified. A contributing writer for Salem Web Network since 2016, Meg is now thrilled to be a part of the team at Salem Web Network. You can find her entire library of books on her Amazon Author Page.