Not To Worry

Don't be anxious for anything. Seriously, what value does worry have to us? Can it help us grow taller (Jesus' example) or put food on the table? Good words from the Bible. We have to ask, how deep does our trust go in Jesus? Is it enough to destroy all the last vestiges of worry, doubt or anxiety in our hearts? I find that when I ponder about the hypothetical "ifs" in life, they can quickly turn my heart into a knot of worry. Our mandate, though, if we really believe Jesus' words to seek the kingdom first (and then all we need will be added) is to mercilessly attack every bit of worry and anxiety in our lives. Instead of thinking of uncertainties, let us focus on what is certain, namely, the power and provision of our Lord.

What to do when we have a pressing issue or concern? As Paul said, we need to lift up our needs to Him with thanksgiving for His past, present, and future goodness and provision, and His peace will keep us together. Why worry about what we have no control over, when we can just rest in God's goodness? Do we think that worrying is a better idea to help us resolve our problems than Jesus' recommendation to seek the kingdom first and trust? If we are to act on something in our control, we should do that, and then let the Lord do what He will. And the peace of God that totally goes beyond human understanding (and oft flies in the face of circumstance, feeling, appearance) will keep our hearts and minds in Christ Jesus. Mental, emotion, spiritual calm and confidence in Jesus. No matter what happens, is happening, or may happen. Period.