Are not two sparrows sold for a penny? And not one of them will fall to the ground apart from your Father. But even the hairs of your head are all numbered. Fear not, therefore; you are of more value than many sparrows.” Matthew 10:29-31
As a parent and a grandparent I have my own little sparrows on my mind and feel great concern for them as I look upon what they will face in this world…
“When you pass through the deep waters, I will be with you. The rivers will not go over you. When you walk through the fire, you will not be burned.” Isaiah 43:2
When we feel vulnerable we can know that God is our strength and our wisdom…
“And He said to them, “Beware, and be on your guard against every form of greed; for not even when one has an abundance does his life consist of his possessions.” Luke 12:15.
Jesus says that the good life has nothing to do with being wealthy or having an abundance of possessions…
“So I tell you, don’t worry about everyday life – whether you have enough food, drink, and clothes. Doesn’t life consist of more than food and clothing? Will all your worries add a single moment to your life?” (Matt. 6:25,27 LB)
Worrying is probably one of the most detrimental habits we can get into because it can decrease our effectiveness in so many other areas of life…
“To the weak I became weak, to win the weak. I have become all things to all people so that by all possible means I might save some.” 1 Corinthians 9:22…