Remember not to worry about tomorrow

Getting back to college after a break is not always easy, and the return for the 2025 spring semester was no different.

The weather caused people to scramble to come early, only for classes to be canceled. The professors didn’t care that it was the first day of classes, assigning homework and essays and discussing exams. Returning to campus has caused many people stress and anxiety about getting things done before they are assigned. I am no exception. 

Coming back to campus, I was worried about the schedule changing things with friends, meaning I would have to start all over again meeting people. 

I prayed the first night back, asking if going to college was in my cards and telling God I might just go back home and figure it out.

The next day, I met some friends of a friend and ended up having a fantastic conversation about how patient God is and how he works. I needed that conversation to remind me why I am here and what matters. The following week, after that conversation, I met with many friends, planned meet-ups, talked with professors and scheduled weekly meals with those I don’t see often. I was excited to get back into schoolwork and a routine.  

As the excitement kept up with everyone, I made plans with classes and I had a new stress — schoolwork. I got into my head about getting everything done, trying to find time for friends, studying and getting ahead.

Once again, I worried.  

As I worried, I went to dinner with some friends and revealed these worries to them. One reminded me that we are told in the Bible to not worry about tomorrow. Again, I was reminded that I am cared for, even if it doesn’t feel like it. 

Since I needed this reminder multiple times in the five days since I was back on campus, I’m assuming others need it too. I don’t know what you are going through, but I don’t have to because there is someone who knows exactly what it is and is there for you. So, if you need the reminder or know someone who needs it, tell them you are loved and do not need to worry about tomorrow. 

Matthew 6:34 “Therefore, do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own.”