“Sing for joy in the Lord, O you righteous ones;
Praise is becoming to the upright. Give thanks to the Lord with the lyre;
Sing praises to Him with harp of ten strings. Sing to Him a new song.
Play skillfully with a shout of joy.” (Psa. 33:1-3)
Hey Gang, It is always amazing to me how God uses normal
everyday things to remind us of the truths that He placed in His word as
principles that can make our lives so much better. Neighborhood mowers were
out yesterday cutting the grass. I love to cut our grass, not because I
enjoy riding around on the mower for a couple hours, but because the motor is
loud and I can sing praises to my God at the top of my lungs and not offend my
neighbors.
As I watched them twist and turn to make sure they cut every
blade of grass evenly, one of those very special Scriptures popped into my
mind. It is probably one that you are familiar with but it is good to read and reread the red.
Jesus was teaching and used this analogy: “But if God so clothes the grass in
the field, which is alive today and tomorrow is thrown into the furnace, how
much more will He clothe you? You men of little faith! And do not seek what you will eat
and what you will drink, and do not keep worrying. For all these things
the nations of the world eagerly seek; but your Father knows that you need
these things. But seek His kingdom, and these things will be added to
you. Do not be afraid, little flock, for your Father has chosen gladly to
give you the kingdom”.
Soooo. What is He saying to you this morning? You
don’t have to carry worries, fears, or sickness alone. Jesus is right
there with arms extended, encouraging you to place all things in His strong
arms – but you certainly do not have to accept His open arms policy! Jesus can
be your burden bearer or you can go it alone – your choice!
Blessings,
Gramps
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