Matthew 6:25-34
"For this reason I say to you, do not be worried about your life, as to what you will eat or what you will drink; nor for your body, as to what you will put on. Is not life more than food, and the body more than clothing? Look at the birds of the air, that they do not sow, nor reap nor gather into barns, and yet your heavenly Father feeds them. Are you not worth much more than they? And who of you by being worried can add a single hour to his life? And why are you worried about clothing? Observe how the lilies of the field grow; they do not toil nor do they spin, yet I say to you that not even Solomon in all his glory clothed himself like one of these…. Do not worry then, saying, 'What will we eat?' or 'What will we drink?' or 'What will we wear for clothing?” But seek first His kingdom and His righteousness, and all these things will be added to you.”
Don’t worry---be happy. There was a book that came out about thirty years ago, Happiness is a Choice by Drs. Minirth and Meier that encouraged people to choose to be happy---to be content with where they are in their life. It gives Biblical insight into depression, its causes and cures. Worry that is not resolved can lead to depression---a debilitating disease. If you “worry” about stuff…or think you might be depressed---call someone you trust---me—your pastor—a good friend---someone in the family. If unloading with them doesn’t take care of it….seek professional council.
Depression clouds judgment---so be careful not to get into too low a slump. I’ve been there and thought that life just wasn’t worth living…but it is. You are so worthy---of living life---of love. God’s love and the love of those around you. Don’t worry. Can you take a deep breath, exhale and let go of those worries? Choose to be happy---and to share God’s love.
Lord, show us your love for us in ways that make us feel LOVED---and help us not to worry. Help us to seek you and your kingdom first in our lives. Thanks for providing everything we need.
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