Saturday, October 20, 2007

Worried?

What does the Bible say about worrying?
25 Therefore I tell you, do not worry about your life, what you will eat or drink; about your body, what you will wear. Is not life more important than food, and the body, more important than clothes?
31 So do not worry, saying ‘What shall we eat’ or ‘What shall we drink?’ or ‘What shall we wear?’
32 For the pagans run after all these things, and your heavenly Father knows that you need them.
33 But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well.
34 Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own.


♥NOTES♥

Clothes: I know I worry about what to wear, but when I read this it makes me less anxious to worry, like a charm. It doesn't mean we won't, we should just put seeking God's kingdom first according to this verse
'Food and Drink': I know that those fortunate enough to have a computer and have enough time on their hands to read this probably aren't concerned with how they'll get their next meal, but with God on your side you have a special goodluck charm that should help. If you're never concerned about what to eat or drink, maybe you should make that the same with people who do. Donate to the local homeless shelters or sponsor a kid in a different country.
Future Stress: Any project, test or assignment stressing you out? Stress is a more harsh degree of worrying. You've got to provide responsibility to get it done and want to not just get it done, but done right. As long as you have that, God knows you'll succeed, and he'll help push you even further.
Tomorrow: I love how the Bible states it “Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. Each day has enough trouble on its own." For me, it means 'Don't worry about tomorrow, God will. He will provide for you love, clothes, food, drink and guidance.' Think about that! It makes sense.

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