"Do not lay up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moth and rust destroy and where thieves break in and steal, but lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where neither moth nor rust destroys and where thieves do not break in and steal. For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also. But seek first the kingdom of God and his righteousness, and all these things will be added to you. (Matthew 6:19-21, 33 ESV)
I am pretty sure that my mom passed on the "worry gene" to me a a couple of my siblings. I know, I don't really believe there is a "worry gene" but it a little comical that some of worry just like our mom. Of course we talk a good talk, always letting our mom know "don't worry about that, there is nothing you can do". But then in my own life I am what some refer to as a worry wart. It has definitely gotten more prominent since having kids.
And the things I worry about the most? Providing financially for my family and the health and safety of my wife and kids.
That is why my devotion today which was based on Matthew 6:16-34 struck a nerve. This is where Jesus tells us not to worry, not to burden ourselves with material things of this world. Instead I see Him telling me, because I like to read God's Word in terms of Him talking directly to me, to let go of my worries, stop chasing the things that are not important and focus on the cross. God tells us throughout the Bible that he will always provide. He will always protect us. He will always give us what we need, not necessarily what we want.
That is very hard for me and I struggle daily. I am sure I am not alone. I know others struggle as well. However none of us are alone because God is always with us, never leaving us alone.
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