Evangelist Morris Gleiser encourages students to make the most of their college years and introduces the passage by sharing a story about his son taking care of his wife's car problems while he was out of town.
Scripture TextFirst Peter 5:6-11
Main Points or Ideas
Three Key Truths About Cares:
- The Inevitable Reality: Everyone will have cares (plural) - it's unavoidable throughout all stages of life
- The Instant Response: "Casting" means to throw hurriedly with great energy and force - get rid of anxieties through prayer as soon as they come
- The Incredible Reason: "For He cares for you" - written in present tense, active voice, indicative mood, meaning His care is real, happening now, and will continue forever
Sources of Cares:
- Past mistakes or things done to you
- Present overwhelming responsibilities
- Future possibilities and "what if" scenarios
The Solution:
- Don't hang onto cares - cast them immediately to God through prayer
- Don't pray "yo-yo prayers" - giving cares to God then taking them back
- Trust that God knows your specific needs and circumstances
ConclusionGod's care for you is constant and real - when cares come (and they will), immediately cast them upon Him because He truly cares for you.
