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The wisdom of the fathers
LOOK AGAIN AND THINK
Do not worry about your life…Matthew 6.25
A warning which needs to be repeated is that “the cares of this world and the deceitfulness of riches,” and the lust for other things, will choke out the life of God in us (Matthew 13.22).
We are never free from the recurring waves of this invasion. If the frontline of attack is not about clothes and food, it may be about money or the lack of money; or friends or lack of friends; or the line may be drawn over difficult circumstances.
It is one steady invasion, and these things will come in like a flood, unless we allow the Spirit of God to raise up the banner against it.“I say to you, do not worry about your life….” Our Lord says to be careful only about one thing— our relationship to Him.
But our common sense shouts loudly and says, “That is absurd, I must consider how I am going to live, and I must consider what I am going to eat and drink.” Jesus says you must not. Beware of allowing yourself to think that He says this while not understanding your circumstances. Jesus Christ knows our circumstances better than we do, and He says we must not think about these things to the point where they become the primary concern of our life.
Whenever there are competing concerns in your life, be sure you always put your relationship to God first.“Sufficient for the day is its own trouble” (Matthew 6.34) How much trouble has begun to threaten you today? What kind of mean little demons have been looking into your life and saying, “What are your plans for next month— or next summer?” Jesus tells us not to worry about any of these things. Look again and think. Keep your mind on the “much more” of your heavenly Father (Matthew 6.30).
(from "My Utmost for His Highest" by Oswald Chambers)
LOOK AGAIN AND THINK
Do not worry about your life…Matthew 6.25
A warning which needs to be repeated is that “the cares of this world and the deceitfulness of riches,” and the lust for other things, will choke out the life of God in us (Matthew 13.22).
We are never free from the recurring waves of this invasion. If the frontline of attack is not about clothes and food, it may be about money or the lack of money; or friends or lack of friends; or the line may be drawn over difficult circumstances.
It is one steady invasion, and these things will come in like a flood, unless we allow the Spirit of God to raise up the banner against it.“I say to you, do not worry about your life….” Our Lord says to be careful only about one thing— our relationship to Him.
But our common sense shouts loudly and says, “That is absurd, I must consider how I am going to live, and I must consider what I am going to eat and drink.” Jesus says you must not. Beware of allowing yourself to think that He says this while not understanding your circumstances. Jesus Christ knows our circumstances better than we do, and He says we must not think about these things to the point where they become the primary concern of our life.
Whenever there are competing concerns in your life, be sure you always put your relationship to God first.“Sufficient for the day is its own trouble” (Matthew 6.34) How much trouble has begun to threaten you today? What kind of mean little demons have been looking into your life and saying, “What are your plans for next month— or next summer?” Jesus tells us not to worry about any of these things. Look again and think. Keep your mind on the “much more” of your heavenly Father (Matthew 6.30).
(from "My Utmost for His Highest" by Oswald Chambers)
kathilee
This is good Walter. Thank you and God Bless you
kathilee
Hi Walter Just wondering where you have been?
angiebettin
Yes, iits says do not worry. The biblee teaches that, its so hard for me to be in the present, i know he must be wanting me to come out of my dry prayer life. But with who, what, were, and. HOW,
brighte
Missed you Walter , praying that all is well .
joyfullady46
Walter, I liked this discussion post very much. It seems that now we have to be ready to fight the battle for Jesus.
WalterUlrich
It seems that for the time being my ministry on the internet has come to an end. With my best wishes for the New Year I remain Yours in Christ Walter
brighte
Praying for a friend who may not need it but prayers are blessings
johnpaint
Walter, I thank you for your daily posts. I learned a lot and deeply appreciate the wisdom set forth daily. I admire your insight. Bless you, and please keep in touch and post when you feel inspired to. You are in my prayers, brother. Amen.
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