Ellen G. White offers clear guidance on the topic of "preocupación" (worry or anxiety). She teaches that worry is a burden God does not intend for us to carry. Instead, she encourages us to trust in God's providence and promises, and to lay aside worldly cares in favor of seeking first the kingdom of God.
Here are some key points from her writings:
1. Worry and Worldliness: Many people are weighed down by worry because they strive to meet the world's standards. This continual worry wears out their life forces. Jesus invites us to lay aside this burden and accept His yoke, which is easy and light. Worry is blind and cannot see the future, but Jesus knows the end from the beginning and has many ways to provide for us that we do not know about (
DA 330.1;
MH 481.1).
2. Anxiety and Faith: Our work and responsibilities are part of God's plan, and as long as we follow His will, He is responsible for the results. Therefore, there is no need for anxious care; our dependence should be on God's promises, not on our own efforts (
Ed 138.2).
3. The Effects of Worry: Doubt, perplexity, and excessive grief can sap our vital forces and even lead to nervous diseases (
HL 198.3).
4. Remedy for Worry: If we truly believe in God's care, we would dismiss undue anxieties and leave everything in His hands. This would bring a rest to our souls that many have never experienced (
CE 55.1).
In summary, Ellen G. White counsels that worry and anxiety are unnecessary burdens. She encourages faith, trust in God, and a willingness to let go of excessive care, promising that this will bring peace and rest to the soul.
References:
- White, E. G. (1898). The Desire of Ages, p. 330.1.
- White, E. G. (1905). The Ministry of Healing, p. 481.1.
- White, E. G. (1903). Education, p. 138.2.
- White, E. G. (1897). Healthful Living, p. 198.3.
- White, E. G. (1893). Christian Education, p. 55.1.
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