Lots of heaviness out there. Many people I was with this week are carrying a large amount of sorrow. Due to a death, a health change, or a broken relationship, a heavy load of sorrow has been placed on their shoulders and is putting strain on their hearts.

We live in an anxious world. Thirty-nine percent of Americans say they are more anxious this year than last year. According to the ADAA, about 40 million Americans are now classified as having an anxiety disorder.