“Consider how the wild flowers grow. They do not labor or spin. Yet I tell you, not even Solomon in all his splendor was dressed like one of these. If that is how God clothes the grass of the field, which is here today, and tomorrow is thrown into the fire, how much more will He clothe you-you of little faith!” (Luke 12:27-28)

Worry, Lilies, and Love Poems

We're bombarded by negative and sometimes frightening information everyday by television, print, radio, and internet. Negativity brings anxiety. People's emotions throughout history have remained the same. Two thousand years ago Jesus thought worry and anxiety were important enough to address them.

He asked how can worry add one hour to your life? (Matthew 6:27). He adds in His discourse to His followers (that includes us) not to be afraid for it has pleased the Father to give believers the kingdom (Luke 12:32). What is He talking about? What kingdom and how can that help me in my life and emotions? The kingdom means God is sovereign over all the universe and a spiritual rule over our hearts and minds. We can enter in to His Family completely and with joy. It is righteousness that grows you in Christ making you prosper in the Holy Spirit, producing in you greatness and happiness and security from fear. And if He takes pleasure in doing that for you how much more will He give you the earthly supplies you need?

But you say I have no joy or peace. What can I do to get it? Let me ask you three questions. First, have you believed in Jesus' redemptive work? Do you believe He died to save you from your sins, rose from the tomb, and is returning to the Earth as He promised (John 14:3, 1st Thessalonians 4:13-18)? Has He truly forgiven your sins? As the saying goes 'No Jesus, no peace. Know Jesus, know peace.' Jesus said to seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness and all the things you need would be added to you. Second, if perhaps you're feeling poorly I would suggest you make an appointment for a Wellness Exam with your physician. He or she will do a complete physical exam on you and determine everything is working as it should and respond accordingly. This could be a great help. Third, are you into the word of God everyday and having a time of prayer and meditation, thinking of all the good He has done for you?  Waking up, being alive, being employed or able to look for employment.  Did you eat today? Even the smallest things count. I read out of my Bible commentary. It explains what I'm reading and increases my knowledge and understanding. My commentary is a two volume by Wolvoord and Zuck. This set has been invaluable in opening the Word of God to me. I'm very thankful for that. You can even search a good commentary online. 

I encourage you to read and meditate on Matthew 6:25-34 and Luke 12:22-34 and think on the Might, Love, and endless Desire of our Heavenly Father to meet your emotional and physical needs. 

Of course He has His eye on the sparrow and dresses the lilies of the field in the greatest splendor but you are more valuable than these. You are his workmanship created in Christ Jesus. The word 'workmanship' in the Greek can be translated poem. We are His work of art! We were created in Christ for good works, which God prepared beforehand that we should walk in them (Ephesians 2:10, John 14:15). 

God is ruler and King overall. He is working to complete His plan for you or a loved one even today, at this very moment. He is Almighty and no one or no thing can hinder or stop Him. He overcomes all things. When we see the plan for our lives completed we will be astonished that He was indeed working very hard on our behalf when things looked the darkest. You are not only His love poem but His sweetest bouquet, more beautiful than the lilies of the field. May Christ Jesus reveal His compassionate love and holding power to you today. Grace, peace, and mercy to you.

Ken