All these
things…what we’ll eat, drink, or wear…will be provided for us. Sometimes we may
seem like whining little kids to God…what can I
eat now…or I have nothing to wear…I’m thirsty—for something besides water. I
wanna—wanna—wanna…. It’s not what we want—but what
we need that God provides The basic needs—food, water, shelter…and yet
He provides beyond our needs so many times. You’ll see it—like when I needed a coat
for warmth—He provided a nice black quilted jacket—just what I wanted—and it
was given to me—no cost. He provided so generously. He tells us in this passage—don’t
worry. It is repeated in Luke 12:22-23…And
He said to His disciples, For this reason I say to you, do not worry about your
life, as to what you will eat; nor for your body, as to what you will put on. For
life is more than food, and the body more than clothing. Life IS more than
food, clothes, the nicest car, movies, or sporting events. Life is Jesus—it is
giving, sharing, caring, compassion and love. Life does have troubles—we are
not promised that if we believe in Jesus, we won’t have problems. No, we are
promised that Jesus will never leave us or forsake us—we won’t go through the
problems alone. We just need to not create problems for ourselves. We need to make
good choices, wise decisions. Don’t whine about what we don’t have—be thankful
for what God has provided us…and trust Him. That will help us focus on the “reason
for the season” and to seek first His kingdom and righteousness.
RSVP:
Jesus is inviting us today to live in a right way—righteous—and put Him first
in our lives. How will you respond to Him today?
Prayer
~ Jesus, help me to focus on You and live a way that is pleasing to You
and our Heavenly Father. No whining! Grant me the grace to not worry about
anything—but to trust in You and Your protection and provision for our lives. Especially
protect my friend who is going through a difficult time.
© 2014 by Mickey
M. Hunacek. All rights reserved.
All
scripture quoted from the New American Standard Bible (NASB) unless otherwise
noted.
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