May 26 2009
But Seek Ye First…
In Matthew 6, we find some of the most comforting scriptures in the Bible. Especially during the times in which we live. Verse 23 says, “Take no thought for your life, what ye shall eat or what ye shall drink, nor yet for your body; what ye shall put on. Is not life more than meat, and the body than raiment? For an entire nine verses it goes on to remind us of how our heavenly Father provides for His creation, and it even goes as far as to ask us if we aren’t more important than mere flowers.
But in Verse 33 and 34 it says, “But seek ye first the kingdom of God and his righteousness, and all these things shall be added unto you. Take therefore no thought for the morrow, for the morrow shall shall take thought for the things of itself.”
Our God has always thought of everything. Unlike mere men He is not inclined to leave any bases uncovered. Because all things are at His disposal He works out every detail to supply every need. Remember that gospel chorus that says, “He owns the cattle on a thousand hills–I know that He will care for me.”
It’s a simple little song, but speaks volumes about the truth of God’s love for us. And in times like these when things are getting tougher by the day, and we begin to lose hope in the things we’ve always counted on, we need to remember the basics: God loves us. He knows us intimately. He created us before the foundations of the earth, and He knows the way we take. According to Psalm 139 He is intimately acquainted with our inward parts, in other words, what makes us tick. And He finds those of us who belong to Him, irresistable. Isn’t that an exciting thought?
He finds us irresistable. No matter how old or infirm we become, how we look, how much we weigh or can accomplish, He finds those of us who are completely His–irresistable!
If we keep that in mind we can bask in His great love, feeling His powerful presence around us, and knowing and even picturing how He leans down to listen when we speak to Him.
What an incredible God we serve. May He remind us always of His tender care and constant presence. Let’s practice the presence of the Lord, basking in His love, and being empowered to live each new days as if it were our last. Jesus is coming soon!
Because of His great love,
Nancy
Beautiful post. I love when you said he knows what makes us tick and yet he still finds us irresistable. That truly speaks of his love for us. How awesome the God we serve is. Just the thought of that brings tears of joy to my eyes. For him to know me so intimately and still love me (thats powerful). Who or what can compare to our God?
God bless you.
Yolie