Lord, Hear My Prayer... When I'm Scared of Change

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Change is hard. From launching her daughter to college, taking on new work demands, and navigating midlife challenges, Nicole reflects on the changes happening in her life and how God continues to invite each of us into transformation—no matter our season of life.

In this "Lord, Hear My Prayer" series, listeners will walk through how to pray through complex emotions—like fear, sadness, confusion, and more—as we hear from God in the realest parts of our lives. 

Key Takeaways 

🔹 Real Talk About Change

• Whether your stress is eustress (positive, but still demanding) or unwanted hardship, change is inevitable and hard.

• Midlife can bring resistance to growth, yet God still invites us into deeper spiritual transformation.

• Making space for God means facing reality—and that can be incredibly courageous work.

🔹 When We’re Scared

• Fear comes in many forms: anxiety about the future, feeling out of control, or grieving change.

• God does not promise to change all our circumstances—but He does promise His peace.

• Nicole shares a simple, practical way to use your Bible’s concordance to find verses that speak directly to your emotional state.

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✍️ Scriptures to Reflect On 📖 John 14:27 (Jesus' Words)

“Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.”
Key Insight: Jesus offers peace in the midst of fear—not by removing it, but by overriding it with His presence.

📖 Psalm 118:5–7

“Out of my distress I called on the Lord; the Lord answered me and set me free. The Lord is on my side; I will not fear. What can man do to me?”
Key Insight: God’s presence sets us free, even when our circumstances don’t change.

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Practical Application: Try This Prayer Method:

1. Name your fear: “Lord, hear my prayer because I’m scared about ___.”

2. Use your Bible’s concordance to find relevant Scriptures (look up “afraid” or “fear”).

3. Write down one or two verses in a journal or on a notecard.

4. Repeat them aloud daily—say them in prayer, in your car, or when anxiety arises.

5. Notice the shift: The power of God's Word reorients your mind and strengthens your spirit.

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