Anxious for Nothing

Be anxious for nothing . . . (Philippians 4:6)

The level of anxiety we routinely carry about is the sign that we have not yet won the battle for our peace, the simple and imperturbable belief that our Lord is Who He says He is and will do what He promised to do. The prevalence of fear in our hearts is the sure sign that we do not have enough experience with God, and He is constantly working to bring us to a simple and childlike faith that seeks His face and obeys His voice all the time. 

One sign that we still have far to come in this area is the desire for more, bigger, greater, and higher things here on earth. Contentment rooted in a heaven-ward focus is a lost virtue in a church that is obsessed with herself, her image, and her agenda. The church is to be completely pre-occupied with her Husband/Savior, Jesus Christ -- not His blessings, but His Person and character, His Word and His will, His Cross and His crown. We are not to be so concerned about principles, but earnestly seeking His Presence! Therein is peace, for in His presence is fullness of joy!

Let's Pray - Dear Father, I trust You, and I'm learning to trust You more and more each day. I understand You have my life and the whole world in Your hands, and I rejoice in that truth. Be magnified in me today. Amen.