I’ve always loved the saying:

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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