Therefore do not be anxious, saying, ‘What shall we eat?’ or ‘What shall we drink?’ or ‘What shall we wear?’ For the Gentiles seek after all these things, and your heavenly Father knows that you need them all. But seek first the kingdom of God and his righteousness, and all these things will be added to you. “Therefore do not be anxious about tomorrow, for tomorrow will be anxious for itself. Sufficient for the day is its own trouble.
Lord, You give me guidance for two main issues in my life: 1) Setting the proper priorities and 2) Fussing about an unknown future. Neither of Your directives is at all vague or wishy-washy, both clear and direct. The first says that I am to love the LORD my God with all my heart, soul mind and strength and love my neighbor as myself, the second tells me directly to keep my focus on the tasks and challenges of today. While that may include planning for future events, it does not include worrying about them. All things are in Your hands.
Today’s readings in the Psalms:
Morning: Psalm 106
Mid-day: 119:153-160
Evening: Psalm 32
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