"Those who live according to the flesh set their minds on the things of the flesh..." Romans 8:5

Setting one’s mind on the flesh isn’t just indulging in hedonism, but also indulging fear.

Am I keeping God’s holy days exactly right? Did I accidentally say the name of a pagan god? Should I change my name because I have it in common with a pagan god? What will happen if persecution comes? What if I get fired? What if a tornado hits my house?

All of these might be legitimate concerns so long as they don’t become obsessions and begin to negatively impact the rest of our spiritual lives.