Take No Thought

We spend a lot of time and energy worrying about tomorrow; what we're going to wear, where we are going to go; what we are going to eat for breakfast, lunch and dinner. We often worry about whether or not we will pass a test or whether or not we'll measure up to other people's expectations of us. Many of us spend needless sleepless nights worrying about our children or how we will pay our bills, or make ends meet.

God's children were not designed for worry. In fact, Matthew 6:25 and 34, instructs us to "take no thought for your life, what ye shall eat, or what ye shall drink; nor yet for your body, what ye shall put on." "Tomorrow shall take thought for the things of itself." Our goal is to spend our time, energy, and resources focusing on Our Master. We are to seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you. Meaning, God will be responsible for us, if we dedicate our lives to seeking him and his way of doing things.

If our Father is generous enough to care for the well-being of the birds of the air and adorn the lilies of the field, how much more will He care for His most prized creation; His children? He has promised to meet every need that we have according to His riches in glory through Christ Jesus.

The old expression, don't worry, be happy, is a slogan that the church should adopt as a personal affirmation every day; that is as long as we put our trust and confidence in the Lord. Worry does not look good on us. In fact, it has been known to steal our health, joy, and strength if we allow it.

Our mission should be to submit to the "Lover of our Souls" to care for us and our everyday concerns, as we spend our time and energy loving him, unconditionally.

written by: Terry Kilgo,
Associate Pastor