"Why Worry?"
Genesis 18:16-19:38
Matthew 6:25-7:14
Psalm 8:1-9
Proverbs 2:6-15
Today's excerpt in Matthew 6:25-34 is a message that is very easy to understand, but for some reason difficult for many to put into practice.
"Don't worry about things..."
Sounds simple doesn't it? Why do we find it hard to keep from worry? Jesus tries to get us to further understand: "Look at the birds! They don't worry about what to eat - they don't need to sow or reap or store up food - for your heavenly Father feeds them. And you are far more valuable to him than they are."
What do we think we can accomplish by worrying? "Will all your worries add a single moment to your life?"
"And why worry about your clothes? Look at the field lilies! They don't worry about theirs. Yet King Solomon in all his glory was not clothed as beautifully as they. And if God cares so wonderfully for flowers that are here today and gone tomorrow, won't he more surely care for you, O men of little faith?"
Why do you think Jesus spent time talking about this? Why is it important?
He says something that shows what the problem is: "Why be like the heathen? For they take pride in all these things and are deeply concerned about them."
Here's what the problem is with worry. When we are caught up in worry, we are living as if God is not in control. When we worry about situations, we are living as if the answers come from us, as if we could manipulate things to turn out the way we want.
It sounds harsh, but the root of worry is selfishness. When I worry, it's all about me. I'm concerned that my comfort zone may be threatened.
Living a life without worry is living in complete surrender to God's plan & provision. It's knowing that all things come from him, and are for his glory.
"But your heavenly Father already knows perfectly well that you need them, and he will give them to you if you give him first place in your life and live as he wants you to."
"So don't be anxious about tomorrow. God will take care of your tomorrow too. Live one day at a time."
Lord, I give you first place today. Whatever you have for me is what I will pursue. I set myself apart to hear your voice. You will take care of the rest!
Through the Power of the Spirit,
Live the DREAM!
Pastor Greg Lathe
Dynamic Lifestyle of Worship
Relationships Devoted to Unity
Empowered Through Biblical Training
Active Ministry Involvement
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Sunday, January 8, 2012
Saturday, January 8, 2011
1.8.11 "Why Worry?"
"Why Worry?"
Genesis 18:16-19:38
Matthew 6:25-7:14
Psalm 8:1-9
Proverbs 2:6-15
Today's excerpt in Matthew 6:25-34 is a message that is very easy to understand, but for some reason difficult for many to put into practice.
"Don't worry about things..."
Sounds simple doesn't it? Why do we find it hard to keep from worry? Jesus tries to get us to further understand: "Look at the birds! They don't worry about what to eat - they don't need to sow or reap or store up food - for your heavenly Father feeds them. And you are far more valuable to him than they are."
What do we think we can accomplish by worrying? "Will all your worries add a single moment to your life?"
"And why worry about your clothes? Look at the field lilies! They don't worry about theirs. Yet King Solomon in all his glory was not clothed as beautifully as they. And if God cares so wonderfully for flowers that are here today and gone tomorrow, won't he more surely care for you, O men of little faith?"
Why do you think Jesus spent time talking about this? Why is it important?
He says something that shows what the problem is: "Why be like the heathen? For they take pride in all these things and are deeply concerned about them."
Here's what the problem is with worry. When we are caught up in worry, we are living as if God is not in control. When we worry about situations, we are living as if the answers come from us, as if we could manipulate things to turn out the way we want.
It sounds harsh, but the root of worry is selfishness. When I worry, it's all about me. I'm concerned that my comfort zone may be threatened.
Living a life without worry is living in complete surrender to God's plan & provision. It's knowing that all things come from him, and are for his glory.
"But your heavenly Father already knows perfectly well that you need them, and he will give them to you if you give him first place in your life and live as he wants you to."
"So don't be anxious about tomorrow. God will take care of your tomorrow too. Live one day at a time."
Lord, I give you first place today. Whatever you have for me is what I will pursue. I set myself apart to hear your voice. You will take care of the rest!
Through the Power of the Spirit,
Live the DREAM!
P Greg
Dynamic Lifestyle of Worship
Relationships Devoted to Unity
Empowered Through Biblical Training
Active Ministry Involvement
Mission to Reach our World for Christ
Genesis 18:16-19:38
Matthew 6:25-7:14
Psalm 8:1-9
Proverbs 2:6-15
Today's excerpt in Matthew 6:25-34 is a message that is very easy to understand, but for some reason difficult for many to put into practice.
"Don't worry about things..."
Sounds simple doesn't it? Why do we find it hard to keep from worry? Jesus tries to get us to further understand: "Look at the birds! They don't worry about what to eat - they don't need to sow or reap or store up food - for your heavenly Father feeds them. And you are far more valuable to him than they are."
What do we think we can accomplish by worrying? "Will all your worries add a single moment to your life?"
"And why worry about your clothes? Look at the field lilies! They don't worry about theirs. Yet King Solomon in all his glory was not clothed as beautifully as they. And if God cares so wonderfully for flowers that are here today and gone tomorrow, won't he more surely care for you, O men of little faith?"
Why do you think Jesus spent time talking about this? Why is it important?
He says something that shows what the problem is: "Why be like the heathen? For they take pride in all these things and are deeply concerned about them."
Here's what the problem is with worry. When we are caught up in worry, we are living as if God is not in control. When we worry about situations, we are living as if the answers come from us, as if we could manipulate things to turn out the way we want.
It sounds harsh, but the root of worry is selfishness. When I worry, it's all about me. I'm concerned that my comfort zone may be threatened.
Living a life without worry is living in complete surrender to God's plan & provision. It's knowing that all things come from him, and are for his glory.
"But your heavenly Father already knows perfectly well that you need them, and he will give them to you if you give him first place in your life and live as he wants you to."
"So don't be anxious about tomorrow. God will take care of your tomorrow too. Live one day at a time."
Lord, I give you first place today. Whatever you have for me is what I will pursue. I set myself apart to hear your voice. You will take care of the rest!
Through the Power of the Spirit,
Live the DREAM!
P Greg
Dynamic Lifestyle of Worship
Relationships Devoted to Unity
Empowered Through Biblical Training
Active Ministry Involvement
Mission to Reach our World for Christ
1.8.11 "Why Worry?"
"Why Worry?"
Genesis 18:16-19:38
Matthew 6:25-7:14
Psalm 8:1-9
Proverbs 2:6-15
Today's excerpt in Matthew 6:25-34 is a message that is very easy to understand, but for some reason difficult for many to put into practice.
"Don't worry about things..."
Sounds simple doesn't it? Why do we find it hard to keep from worry? Jesus tries to get us to further understand: "Look at the birds! They don't worry about what to eat - they don't need to sow or reap or store up food - for your heavenly Father feeds them. And you are far more valuable to him than they are."
What do we think we can accomplish by worrying? "Will all your worries add a single moment to your life?"
"And why worry about your clothes? Look at the field lilies! They don't worry about theirs. Yet King Solomon in all his glory was not clothed as beautifully as they. And if God cares so wonderfully for flowers that are here today and gone tomorrow, won't he more surely care for you, O men of little faith?"
Why do you think Jesus spent time talking about this? Why is it important?
He says something that shows what the problem is: "Why be like the heathen? For they take pride in all these things and are deeply concerned about them."
Here's what the problem is with worry. When we are caught up in worry, we are living as if God is not in control. When we worry about situations, we are living as if the answers come from us, as if we could manipulate things to turn out the way we want.
It sounds harsh, but the root of worry is selfishness. When I worry, it's all about me. I'm concerned that my comfort zone may be threatened.
Living a life without worry is living in complete surrender to God's plan & provision. It's knowing that all things come from him, and are for his glory.
"But your heavenly Father already knows perfectly well that you need them, and he will give them to you if you give him first place in your life and live as he wants you to."
"So don't be anxious about tomorrow. God will take care of your tomorrow too. Live one day at a time."
Lord, I give you first place today. Whatever you have for me is what I will pursue. I set myself apart to hear your voice. You will take care of the rest!
Through the Power of the Spirit,
Live the DREAM!
P Greg
Dynamic Lifestyle of Worship
Relationships Devoted to Unity
Empowered Through Biblical Training
Active Ministry Involvement
Mission to Reach our World for Christ
Genesis 18:16-19:38
Matthew 6:25-7:14
Psalm 8:1-9
Proverbs 2:6-15
Today's excerpt in Matthew 6:25-34 is a message that is very easy to understand, but for some reason difficult for many to put into practice.
"Don't worry about things..."
Sounds simple doesn't it? Why do we find it hard to keep from worry? Jesus tries to get us to further understand: "Look at the birds! They don't worry about what to eat - they don't need to sow or reap or store up food - for your heavenly Father feeds them. And you are far more valuable to him than they are."
What do we think we can accomplish by worrying? "Will all your worries add a single moment to your life?"
"And why worry about your clothes? Look at the field lilies! They don't worry about theirs. Yet King Solomon in all his glory was not clothed as beautifully as they. And if God cares so wonderfully for flowers that are here today and gone tomorrow, won't he more surely care for you, O men of little faith?"
Why do you think Jesus spent time talking about this? Why is it important?
He says something that shows what the problem is: "Why be like the heathen? For they take pride in all these things and are deeply concerned about them."
Here's what the problem is with worry. When we are caught up in worry, we are living as if God is not in control. When we worry about situations, we are living as if the answers come from us, as if we could manipulate things to turn out the way we want.
It sounds harsh, but the root of worry is selfishness. When I worry, it's all about me. I'm concerned that my comfort zone may be threatened.
Living a life without worry is living in complete surrender to God's plan & provision. It's knowing that all things come from him, and are for his glory.
"But your heavenly Father already knows perfectly well that you need them, and he will give them to you if you give him first place in your life and live as he wants you to."
"So don't be anxious about tomorrow. God will take care of your tomorrow too. Live one day at a time."
Lord, I give you first place today. Whatever you have for me is what I will pursue. I set myself apart to hear your voice. You will take care of the rest!
Through the Power of the Spirit,
Live the DREAM!
P Greg
Dynamic Lifestyle of Worship
Relationships Devoted to Unity
Empowered Through Biblical Training
Active Ministry Involvement
Mission to Reach our World for Christ
Friday, April 9, 2010
4.9.10 "Do Wonders!"
"Do Wonders!"
Deuteronomy 33:1-29
Luke 13:1-21
Psalm 78:65-72
Proverbs 12:25
We know we are a part of the Body of Christ. Each of us have some understanding of how a body functions. In Ephesians 4 it says, "as each part does it's work." Sometimes we get the impression that it is a lot of "work" to be effective in the Body of Christ. That's not necessarily true. When Ephesians says "as each part does it's work", it means that "when everyone is doing what they were created to do."
We are created to be in Relationships Devoted to Unity. We need one another. Sure, there are times when there are "profound" and "great works" that need to happen, but more often then not, the greatest thing we can do for one another is actually quite simple!
"Anxious hearts are very heavy but a word of encouragement does wonders!" Prov. 12:25 The NLT says, "Worry weighs a person down; an encouraging word cheers a person up."
We are surrounded by anxious people. Not just in the workplace, but within the Body of Christ. Think of the last person who encouraged you, and how much that did to equip you to carry on.
There are so many times we can get tired, discouraged, and just want to hang it up. It's amazing what a few words can do to change the environment. I can't tell you the number of times that individuals have encouraged me at JUST the Right Time! It truly does wonders!
This should be the culture of those who walk in fellowship with other believers. We should all be encouraging one another, working together. In "the Message", I Thes. 5:15 says, "And be careful that when you get on each other's nerves you don't snap at each other. Look for the best in each other, and always do your best to bring it out." It's not "if" you get on each other's nerves, it's "when"! But look for the best in each other. When you do that, it humbles you, and your nerves aren't so easy to get on.
You may have an anxious heart to day. What you may need to do to lift your spirits is begin to look for others who you can encourage. Spread the light of encouragement today. Seek others out. Who would the Lord place on your heart? Speak the words of life!
Do Wonders!
Through the Power of the Spirit,
Live the DREAM!
P Greg
Dynamic Lifestyle of Worship
Relationships Devoted to Unity
Empowered Through Biblical Training
Active Ministry Involvement
Mission to Reach our World for Christ
Deuteronomy 33:1-29
Luke 13:1-21
Psalm 78:65-72
Proverbs 12:25
We know we are a part of the Body of Christ. Each of us have some understanding of how a body functions. In Ephesians 4 it says, "as each part does it's work." Sometimes we get the impression that it is a lot of "work" to be effective in the Body of Christ. That's not necessarily true. When Ephesians says "as each part does it's work", it means that "when everyone is doing what they were created to do."
We are created to be in Relationships Devoted to Unity. We need one another. Sure, there are times when there are "profound" and "great works" that need to happen, but more often then not, the greatest thing we can do for one another is actually quite simple!
"Anxious hearts are very heavy but a word of encouragement does wonders!" Prov. 12:25 The NLT says, "Worry weighs a person down; an encouraging word cheers a person up."
We are surrounded by anxious people. Not just in the workplace, but within the Body of Christ. Think of the last person who encouraged you, and how much that did to equip you to carry on.
There are so many times we can get tired, discouraged, and just want to hang it up. It's amazing what a few words can do to change the environment. I can't tell you the number of times that individuals have encouraged me at JUST the Right Time! It truly does wonders!
This should be the culture of those who walk in fellowship with other believers. We should all be encouraging one another, working together. In "the Message", I Thes. 5:15 says, "And be careful that when you get on each other's nerves you don't snap at each other. Look for the best in each other, and always do your best to bring it out." It's not "if" you get on each other's nerves, it's "when"! But look for the best in each other. When you do that, it humbles you, and your nerves aren't so easy to get on.
You may have an anxious heart to day. What you may need to do to lift your spirits is begin to look for others who you can encourage. Spread the light of encouragement today. Seek others out. Who would the Lord place on your heart? Speak the words of life!
Do Wonders!
Through the Power of the Spirit,
Live the DREAM!
P Greg
Dynamic Lifestyle of Worship
Relationships Devoted to Unity
Empowered Through Biblical Training
Active Ministry Involvement
Mission to Reach our World for Christ
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