"worried sick" about this or that.
But here's the plain truth: worry is a sin! Over and
over, the Bible commands, "Do not worry!" It
doesn't do a bit of good, but it can certainly do
harm -- like causing ulcers.
Jesus bluntly challenged His followers: "Don't worry
about everyday life -- whether you have enough
food, drink, and clothes. Can all your worries add a
single moment to your life? Of course not. You have
so little faith!" (Matthew 6:25b,27, 30b).
To illustrate His point, Jesus said, "Look at the birds.
They don't need to plant or harvest because your
heavenly Father feeds them" (Matt. 6:26a).
Have you ever seen a bird having a nervous
breakdown? They don't worry because they know
God will feed them. And remember, "You are far
more valuable to Him than they are" (Matt. 6:26b).
Many worries stem from worldly desires. Television
commercials create an insatiable demand for things
we don't really need. Lust is wanting it now; trust is
depending on God to provide. Jesus said: "Why be like the pagans who are so
deeply concerned about these things? Your
heavenly Father already knows all your needs, and
He will give you all you need from day to day if you
live for Him and make the Kingdom of God your
primary concern" (Matt. 6:33-34).
When we walk closely with Jesus day by day, we
find rest. But inner peace doesn't come if we run
here and there, wasting time and chasing worldly
things. The world can corrupt us with its troubles,
making us scared. After all, good news doesn't sell
newspapers! The devil wants to keep us on a treadmill with our nose to the grindstone, worrying
about everything. But God says, "Fear not!"
As you face each day, don't miss the blessing -- it's
Him! God loves you and knows your true needs,
whether they be physical, social or financial. So
come to Him in faith, give Him your burdens, seek
His face, praise His name and He will supply!
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