MANAGING ANXIETY AND MENTAL STRESS
DATE: 23rd of FEBRUARY 2026
AUTHOR: Evang Ademola Elemo
SERIES: PSYCHOLOGICAL AND MENTAL PREPARATION
Scripture Reading:
“Casting all your care upon him; for he careth for you.” 1 Peter 5:7
��️ MEDITATION:
Anxiety and mental stress can cripple your decision-making and cloud your peace. God calls His children to cast every worry, fear, and burden upon Him.
Mental preparation is not just about thinking positively—it’s about trusting God fully, processing emotions healthily, and setting boundaries against stress triggers.
Managing mental stress involves awareness, prayer, and intentional focus on God’s promises.
Recognize stressors, release control to God, and adopt practices that calm the mind.
A prepared mind is resilient, focused, and confident, even in challenging circumstances.
�� KEY TRUTHS ABOUT ANXIETY AND STRESS MANAGEMENT
1. God Cares for You: You are never alone in your struggles.
Supporting Scripture:
“Casting all your care upon him; for he careth for you.” 1 Peter 5:7
2. Mental Awareness Reduces Stress: Recognize triggers to respond wisely.
Supporting Scripture:
“Be careful for nothing; but in every thing by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God.” Philippians 4:6
3. Trust Produces Peace: Faith calms the anxious mind.
Supporting Scripture:
“Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you…” John 14:27
�� REFLECTION QUESTIONS
What causes anxiety or stress in my life today?
How often do I release my burdens to God through prayer?
What practices help me maintain peace and clarity in stressful situations?
�� PRAYER
Father, I cast every worry and anxiety on You.
Strengthen my mind against stress, fear, and doubt.
Grant me peace, clarity, and focus in every situation.
Help me trust Your plan and remain mentally resilient. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
�� DECLARATIONS
I release all worry and anxiety to God.
My mind is calm, focused, and resilient.
Peace and clarity govern my thoughts and decisions.
God strengthens me to overcome mental stress.
I walk confidently, trusting His plan for my life.
�� ACTION POINT FOR TODAY
Identify one recurring worry and write it down. Pray over it and declare God’s peace and control. Practice releasing it daily and replacing it with a positive scripture.