You cannot add any time to your life by worrying about it. If you cannot do even the little things, then why worry about the big things? Consider how the lilies grow; they don’t work or make clothes for themselves. But I tell you that even Solomon with his riches was not dressed as beautifully as one of these flowers. God clothes the grass in the field, which is alive today but tomorrow is thrown into the fire. So how much more will God clothe you? Don’t have so little faith! Don’t always think about what you will eat or what you will drink, and don’t keep worrying. All the people in the world are trying to get these things, and your Father knows you need them. (Luke 12:25-30)
How does worry impact your life?
When do you rely on God the least – through the big or little things of life?
How is worry connected to control?
God cares about every aspect of your life, because every aspect of your life reflects your relationship with him. Even as you stand in front of the sale rack, determining whether to buy the blue or the red shirt, God cares – not because he’s into color-coding and fashion but because of how you process your decisions, how you prioritize, and what consumes your life. He wants you to rely on him for all guidance, no matter how insignificant you think a decision may be.
God doesn’t need for you to need him. He invites you into relationship because he’s invested in your life. He created you with purpose. He wants you to not only catch a glimpse of his plan for you but to fully grasp it and respond in each moment to it. He’ll sometimes have you wait patiently to hear from him in order to trust his perfect timing. Other times he’ll prompt you to step out before giving your response much thought. It’s about obedience. It’s about trust. Living in a dynamic relationship with God requires you to rely on him for everything and be active in your obedience. God is trustworthy. He will reveal his will to you. Will you be trustworthy with his provision and guidance?
List the top 3 “big” things and “little” things on your mind right now. Then hand them over to God.
Susan, I read your posts every day, and honestly, I can’t tell you how much they mean to me. You have such a simple way of being spot on about how we think, what we feel and how we can so easily doubt ourselves in God. May His love embrace you today.
Oh, Ruth. Thank you. I appreciate you taking the time to give me feedback. You’ve been an encouragement to me today!