SCRIPTURE: Matthew (NIV) 6:31 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.
OBSERVATION: Our Heavenly Father who created us already knows we need “these things.” He created our bodies to need them.
People in the world go to great effort to obtain “these things.” Here we are instructed to put our efforts on the priorities of God’s structure of authority and doing things right. When we do that, God will provide the “these things” we need.
APPLICATION: God has been faithful in providing what I need. I have no reason to believe He is going to stop.
I want Him to have no reason to believe that I will stop seeking first His kingdom.
NOTE: To those who have taken orphans into their care, here is a verse to take to the Lord in prayer. When you are short on food, drink, and/or clothing, go to God with your Bible open to this passage and your finger on these verses. Then listen and obey. There are many scriptures upon which those caring for children can stand to bolster their faith. Seek to bring those children into becoming fruitful members of God’s kingdom.
PRAYER: Lord, you know what I need, and I thank you for your faithful provision! Amen
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