Today I let stress get the better of me. I could literally feel my blood pressure rising, my heart rate increasing, my face getting hot, and a surge of anger rising up from deep down. I try not to let it show, but it always slips out and hurts the wrong people. Well anybody it hurts would be the wrong person, but I think you know what I mean. I think we all need ways to relieve the pressure and stress of day to day life. One of my favorite songs is "Under Pressure" by Queen because there are times in my life I feel like "hey that's me!". I think probably one of the best ways for me is listening to some of my favorite musicians like Third Day, Casting Crowns, and maybe even a little classic rock. But if you want a really good way to relieve stress I've found that talking about it with your spouse or a close friend is going to help a lot. Sometimes that's all you need is just someone to listen. Most importantly God will always listen anytime we want to talk to Him and that's always going to help!
Why be stressed anyway? What is worth the rise in blood pressure? I used to be a very laid back kind of person and not so easily stressed. I am blessed beyond belief with a wonderful wife, a great roof over our heads, reliable cars, a very good church, and the start of several new friendships, and of course most importantly with eternal salvation through the blood of Jesus Christ! Why should the things of this world cause stress when heaven awaits when my time on earth is done? I think if any of us ever get stressed out beyond belief that is something we should all keep in mind.
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