These challenges often leave the human heart filled with fear and anxiety. However, in a teaching delivered on April 28, 2026, Pastor Christian Gisanura emphasized that there is a simple yet profound way to overcome fear: drawing closer to God and surrendering all our worries to Him.

He referenced Scripture from Philippians 4:6–7, which says: “Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God.” It continues: “And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.”

These verses clearly show that anxiety is not the solution, but rather a burden that weighs down the human heart. Pastor Gisanura explains that anxiety is “an attitude of dissatisfaction with what has happened or fear of what might happen,” often rooted in weak faith.

He said: “Anxiety is a form of negative emotional response to dissatisfaction… it reflects how a person believes.”

Naturally, people tend to cling to what they are used to and resist change, especially when it seems unfavorable. When negative changes occur, fear increases. However, Pastor Gisanura reminds believers that although circumstances change, God does not change, and He should remain our refuge.

He said: “We should take our anxieties to God… He knows what we need, He looks into the heart, and He dwells within us.”

The key message of this teaching is not just prayer itself, but truly releasing one’s burdens. Many people pray, yet they fail to surrender their worries. Here, Pastor Gisanura highlights a major difference between praying with words and praying with a truly open heart.

He shared an illustration of a person who prayed frequently but continued to carry anxiety. God then told him: “You are praying, but you are not releasing your worries in your heart. Your mouth is loud, but your heart still carries them.”

This highlights a serious issue many people face: praying with their lips while their hearts remain burdened. In such a condition, true peace cannot be experienced, even if prayer is frequent.

Pastor Gisanura further explained that once a person truly releases their worries, they immediately receive God’s peace. He said: “When we let go of what burdens us, peace comes, because what was blocking it is removed.”

This aligns with Philippians 4:7, which says that God’s peace guards our hearts and minds. This peace is not like worldly peace, because it is not based on circumstances but on faith.

He also emphasized that prayer should not be limited to specific times. Instead, believers should pray whenever they feel fear or anxiety.

He said: “There is no fixed time for prayer… whether you are in a car, at work, in bed, or on the road—pray.” This means that prayer is not just a ritual, but a lifestyle—a continuous relationship between a person and God.

In conclusion, Pastor Gisanura reminded believers that true faith is revealed through fruit. It is not enough to claim belief; it must be reflected in how we live, especially in difficult moments.

He concluded by saying: “Jesus said you will recognize them by their fruit… faith without works is dead.”

This teaching delivers a powerful message: fear and anxiety should not govern our lives. Instead, we should choose to trust God, surrender our burdens to Him, and receive a peace that surpasses human understanding.

Ultimately, overcoming fear is not about the absence of problems, but about knowing where to place them—and who to entrust them to. When you give them to God, you are left with peace. Shalom.