Worry divides the mind.

What causes us to think of prayer as the last option rather than the first? I can think of two reasons: feelings of independence and feelings of insignificance.

Become a worry-slapper. Treat frets like mosquitoes. Do you procrastinate when a bloodsucking bug lights on your skin? 'I'll take care of it in a moment.' Of course you don't! You give the critter the slap it deserves. Be equally decisive with anxiety.

Nothing fosters courage like a clear grasp of grace... & nothing fosters fear like an ignorance of mercy

I struggle with trying to be a good pastor of a large church.

Aren't you glad that God doesn't give you only that which you remember to thank him for?

If you get a lot of good feedback from people, thats a sign that you have a strength or gift in writing, if not ... try singing.