Worry is covert sin. It takes place with hidden thoughts in our heart. Matthew 6:25 says, “Therefore I say to you, do not worry about your life…” The Strong’s says that worry comes from a word meaning to divide into parts. Strong’s definition: distraction, preoccupation with things causing anxiety, stress, and pressure.

Fret means to gradually wear away (something) by rubbing or gnawing. I have several friends who lost bone in their hands because of fretting. Worry and fretting cause wear and tear emotionally, spiritually, and physically.

Philippians 4:6 says, “Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God.” Worry is based on presumption. I adopted David’s prayer years ago. I encourage you to also. Psalm 19:13 says, “Keep back Your servant from presumptuous sins; let them not have dominion over me…”