Luke 12:29-34 (NLT) “And don’t be concerned about
what to eat and what to drink. Don’t worry about such things. These things dominate the
thoughts of unbelievers all over the world, but your Father already knows your
needs. Seek the Kingdom of God above all else, and he will give you
everything you need. “So don’t be afraid, little flock. For it gives your Father great
happiness to give you the Kingdom.
Do we have money worries? Many would
suggest it is reasonable to be concerned for our basic needs but the danger is
that our personal needs whatever they are dominate our thoughts and behaviour.
The real difference between believers and unbelievers should be our major
concerns. God’s reign, His kingdom is irrelevant to unbelievers but it should
be our passionate concern. Visiting a church recently which 15 years ago had
around 80 in the congregation, lively worship and a great feel is now
struggling to get double figures on Sunday in a town desperate for new life in
Jesus. Should we not be concerned for communities that have little hope of
hearing and experiencing the Good News through a vibrant community of
believers? The life of Jesus can easily be sucked out of us through worry and
concern over our own needs rather than God’s.
Father help us get our hearts right and really
be less selfish and more Christ centred.
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