If the problem can be solved, there is no use worrying about it. ⁣

If it can’t be solved, worrying will do no good. ⁣

We had this phrase everywhere in our house growing up, and I remember a copy of it always being on our fridge. ⁣

I have thought about this quote a lot. ⁣

To me, it’s the most beautiful and practical way to say, “Don’t worry”.⁣

If the problem can be solved, get to work and do what you can. ⁣

And then give the rest to God. ⁣

And if it can’t be solved?⁣

Give it all to God anyway, too. ⁣

I’ve been grateful for the peace and perspective this saying has brought into my heart. ⁣

When I couldn’t find a job right out of college. ⁣

When we bought a house. ⁣

When my little baby boy received an unexpected diagnosis. ⁣

My mind wanted to go into full-on panic mode. But I was able to pretty quickly turn to prayer and get rid of that worry for the unknowns of the future. ⁣

I’ll humbly but candidly admit that this is an area that has proved easier for me. ⁣

In a world filled with anxiety about the never ending problems of tomorrow, I’ve been able to find peace today and give the rest to God. ⁣

Not giving up my pursuits to solve what I can, but also not letting them overgrow my life. ⁣

And I think that’s what the Lord would want, too. To have a little less worry and a lot more faith and trust. ⁣

In D&C 84:84, the Lord advised the saints, especially those heading out on missions with no living arrangements, mission president, or even established congregations:⁣

“Therefore, let the morrow take thought for the things of itself.”⁣

Tomorrow, we will handle the things that need to be handled tomorrow. ⁣

Plan what you can, prepare what you can, problem-solve however you can, and then give the rest to God. ⁣

Because either way, worrying will do no good.

Happy Studying!

-Cali Black

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