The Proof of His Care

Sunday Rewind is a 5-day Devotional based on the weekly sermon at Resonate Community Church

January 4th Sermon, Day 4

Sometimes when we're drowning in anxiety, it's hard to believe that God really cares. Our worries can make us feel forgotten, overlooked, or abandoned. In those moments, we need something more than just words - we need proof that God's care is real and personal. The cross of Jesus Christ is that proof.

When God sent His Son to experience fear, betrayal, pain, and death, He wasn't standing at a safe distance from human suffering. He entered into it completely. Jesus knows what it feels like to be anxious about the future, to feel abandoned by friends, to face overwhelming circumstances. This means that when you bring your anxiety to God, you're not burdening Him with something He doesn't understand. You're bringing it to Someone who has felt the full weight of human worry and chose to carry it anyway.

The cross proves that God doesn't just tolerate your anxiety - He cares so deeply about it that He was willing to experience it Himself. Every time you cast your worries on God, you're not adding to His burden. You're trusting in His proven love. You're accepting an invitation that cost Him everything to extend.

The same God who didn't spare His own Son for your sake is certainly willing to handle whatever you're worried about today. When doubt creeps in and you wonder if God really cares about your specific situation, remember the cross. It's not just a symbol of forgiveness - it's the ultimate demonstration that your concerns matter deeply to God. He didn't just say He cares; He proved it in the most costly way possible. Your anxiety doesn't surprise God or overwhelm Him. He's already carried the weight of every human worry on the cross, and He's inviting you to let Him carry yours too.

Bible Verse

'Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you.' - 1 Peter 5:7

Reflection Question

How does knowing that Jesus experienced human anxiety and fear change the way you view bringing your worries to God?

Quote The cross of Jesus Christ is the proof that God cares deeply about you. So when you hand over your anxiety, you're not burdening him, you're trusting Him.

Prayer

Jesus, thank You for experiencing human anxiety so that You could understand mine. When I doubt whether You care about my worries, help me remember the cross as proof of Your love. I trust You with my concerns because You've already proven Your care. Amen.