My wife
posted this verse from Matthew 6 on Facebook this morning (it's one of her favorites),
“So don’t worry
about tomorrow, for tomorrow will bring its own worries. Today’s trouble
is enough for today." –Jesus (from Matthew 6)
It’s convicting
each time I read it. I’m always amazed how quickly and easily I fall into worry and fear. We all do it….as if we could really change
something or fix it by worrying…what silly little creatures we are.
Jesus sums up
his sermon on worry with the words I quoted. The reason he could invite us
to this strange place of trust is because of, 1. the power of God to
meet our needs and, 2. the love of God that moves him to do so.
The conclusions Jesus makes have foundations in the very heart and nature of God himself. If, like so many today, he simply said, “Don’t worry” but gave us no reason not to we would all smile and dismiss him. But Jesus based his invitation on God himself. Don’t worry. God loves you and he is able to address and meet your needs. He is a big God! Enjoy your day.
The conclusions Jesus makes have foundations in the very heart and nature of God himself. If, like so many today, he simply said, “Don’t worry” but gave us no reason not to we would all smile and dismiss him. But Jesus based his invitation on God himself. Don’t worry. God loves you and he is able to address and meet your needs. He is a big God! Enjoy your day.
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