Cast all your anxiety on Him, because he cares for you.

- Exodus 33:14

This is a simple command, yet some of us still struggle with being consumed by fear and anxiety. The word “cast” means to literally “throw off” or “shed”. With this, the Lord is saying He wants us to give all our burdens onto Him. By sending His Son to die for us, He purchased our freedom and healing from every curse of the fallen world. This includes anxiety.

While simply experiencing anxiety is not a sin, we can’t let ourselves give in to it or allow it to consume us. Fear is one of the enemy’s favorite weapons to use against us, so we must be diligent in guarding our heart and mind from the lies the devil throws at us.

Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. (Philippians 4:6)

Whenever you start to feel anxious about something, take it to the Lord immediately in prayer. His Holy Spirit is with us to comfort and guide us always. Another vital thing we must do to combat fear is to take the time to dwell in the Lord’s presence. This is where we draw closer and receive His perfect love...His perfect love casts out all fear.

As you take the time to come to Him today, remember that in your time spent with Him is when you are changed. When anxiety comes knocking at your door, allow Jesus to answer.  

With Love,
Sarah Sherstad

Deeper Dive into Scripture

“Casting all your care upon Him, for He cares for you.”
— 1 Peter 5:7 (NKJV)

Peter writes this verse in the middle of instruction about humility and trust. Just before this, he urges believers to humble themselves under God’s mighty hand.

Then he explains what humility looks like in practice:

Casting.

The word “casting” means to throw upon, to transfer, to deliberately place weight onto something stronger.

This is not passive wishing.
It is intentional release.

And the reason you can cast your anxiety onto Him is deeply relational:

“He cares for you.”

Not abstractly.
Not generally.
Personally.

This verse does not say God tolerates you.

It says He cares for you.

Anxiety is not just a mental issue.
It is often a trust issue.

And trust grows through relationship.

When Anxiety Feels Heavy

Anxiety can look like:

Restlessness at night

Replaying conversations

Fear about the future

Financial pressure

Health uncertainty

Relationship strain

Sometimes it is loud.
Sometimes it is subtle.

But it often feels internal — like carrying a weight no one else sees.

Peter does not say:

Ignore your anxiety.
Deny your anxiety.
Fix your anxiety alone.

He says:

Cast it.

This is an action step rooted in relationship.

If you believe God is distant, you will hold your anxiety tightly.

If you believe He cares deeply, you will gradually release it.

Use This in Your Personalized Scripture Journal

Open your Personalized Scripture Journal and treat this verse as an invitation to transfer weight.

Step 1: Identify the Weight

Write honestly:

What specific anxiety am I carrying right now?

What future scenario worries me most?

What do I fear losing?

What outcome am I trying to control?

Have I truly given this to God — or just thought about it?

Name it clearly. Specific anxiety is easier to surrender than vague worry.

Step 2: Practice the Act of Casting

Write the sentence:

“I am placing this in Your hands.”

Then list your concerns beneath it.

Imagine physically handing them over.

Anxiety loses power when it is named and surrendered.

Step 3: Rewrite the Promise Personally

Write:

“You care for me.”

Add:

“You are not indifferent.”
“You are attentive.”
“You are involved.”

Let that truth reshape how you see Him.

Relationship deepens when you believe He is attentive.

Step 4: Turn Anxiety into Conversation

Write a prayer that includes:

Confession of fear

Surrender of control

Request for peace

Gratitude for His care

End with this:

“I trust You with what I cannot manage.”

Trust is not forced calm.
It is intentional reliance.

Step 5: Live with Released Hands

Today:

When anxiety resurfaces, repeat: “I’ve already given this to Him.”

Take one small step without overthinking it.

Refuse to rehearse worst-case scenarios.

Replace rumination with short prayer.

Casting is not a one-time event.

It is a repeated relational habit.

How This Builds Your Personal Relationship with God

Anxiety exposes where you feel alone.

Casting builds closeness.

When you release your cares to God:

You acknowledge dependence.
You admit limits.
You trust His character.

That trust strengthens intimacy.

If you carry everything yourself, distance grows.

If you share your burdens with Him, relationship deepens.

He does not simply remove anxiety.

He invites you to bring it to Him.

And bringing it to Him repeatedly creates relational rhythm.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 1 Peter 5:7 mean?
It calls believers to intentionally place their worries into God’s care because He is personally concerned for them.

Does this mean anxiety disappears immediately?
Not always. It means you repeatedly transfer the burden rather than carrying it alone.

What does it mean that God cares for me?
It means He is attentive, involved, and compassionate toward your situation.

How can I practically cast my anxiety on God?
Through written surrender, prayer, verbal release, and consistent trust in His character.

Is anxiety a sign of weak faith?
No. Anxiety becomes transformative when it leads you to deeper dependence.

How does this verse deepen my personal relationship with God?
It strengthens trust. And trust is the foundation of intimacy.

Living Lightly

You were not designed to carry every burden alone.

Anxiety grows heavy when it remains internal.

But when you cast it:

You shift from self-reliance to reliance.
From control to trust.
From isolation to connection.

And connection is where peace begins.

Because peace flows from knowing:

He cares for you.