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When God says, “do not worry…”, he means it. There are no
underlying complex explanations behind it. Just that God wants you to worry
about nothing – not clothes, food, money, career or your future. He knows you
more than anyone else; he knows your needs and your circumstances. And as your
perfect Father, he will give you what you need in his time, according to his
grand plans.
God Against Worrying
Instead of worrying, focus all your energy, attention and
effort on knowing Him – as you father, provider, strength, comforter, savior
and King. What God desires is a relationship, one that is unbreakable even with
the invasion of unfortunate circumstances and the flood of all consuming
worldly needs. He needs you to know Him like never before so when the time
comes that you need to speak up for his name, you can do so without hesitation.
Again, God urges you “do not worry about anything or
anyone…” God, after all, is in control of every circumstance and situation.
Instead, pursue God in every waking hour of your life. In every decision and
action, ask God if his hand is upon it.
Ask God if you are in line with his will and plans. Ask God if he
approves of where your life is headed.
What Worry Does
Remember that at the end of this journey we call life is the
all powerful God waiting for us to give an account on how we were as stewards
of his gifts. Did we use our life to bring glory to his name? Did we use our
time to spread his word? Did we do all we can to know him more and more each
day? Did we live out his design and purpose for our lives?
Worry brings only confusion.
Let it dominate your life and you’re bound to go astray, far away from
the straight and narrow path that God intended for you to walk in. Allow worry
to stain the picture and you’re going to live life like the prodigal son -
bonded to worldly desires like money, sex, power and greed. All of which are
going to lead to your inevitable destruction.
Overcoming Worry
Even if things do not go your way, let not worry grip your
heart or mind. Rise above your obstacles and needs then focus your thoughts on
seeing the glass as half full. When you know your God, He will come through not
just half way but all the way. Regardless of your faithlessness, just believe
and come to Him in all abandon. Neither your abilities nor knowledge will save
you from despair. Rely too much on yourself and you’ll only end up selfishly
guarded and proud.
In this world and in this life, there are no guarantees.
Live on your own and you will constantly chase after meaningless dreams. Push
God away and you’ll always end up with demons in the shadows. Fear will be your
constant companion. There are no joy in the horizon if you let worry stomp on
your relationship with God. So, heed God’s call and advice because He knows
that you need not worry now. Yes, regardless of what’s happening because He’s
got your back. Yes, even if you were hurting him again and again with you
sinful ways. Yes, he loves you despite your inadequacies and shortcomings.
