In the \u2018Parable of the Sower\u2019, Jesus said the seed fell into four kinds of soil. Here is one of them: \u2018The seeds that fell among the thornbushes are\u2026 people who hear the message. But they start worrying about the needs of this life. They are fooled by the desire to get rich and to have all kinds of other things. So the message gets choked out, and they never produce anything.\u2019<\/i> (Mark\u00a04:18\u201319\u00a0CEV) <\/p>\n
Observe what keeps God\u2019s Word from working effectively in your life: <\/p>\n
(1) Worrying that God won\u2019t take care of you. <\/p>\n
(2) Thinking if you had more money, a bigger house, a better car, or a more attractive appearance, you would be happier. <\/p>\n
Here is the question: do you remember when you thought your career, the house you live in, and the financial portfolio you acquire would make all your worries disappear? But it doesn\u2019t work that way, does it? The more \u2018things\u2019 you have, the more you have to lose, protect, maintain, and be concerned about. Worrying about material things can \u2018choke\u2019 the life out of you! <\/p>\n
Peace and happiness come from trusting God for what you need; knowing if something is right for you, He will provide it, and if it\u2019s not, He will give you something better. An amazing thing happens when you meditate on God\u2019s promises. Your worries shrink, your mind and attitude are reprogrammed, and you enjoy life more. Jesus said, \u2018Seek the Kingdom of God above all else\u2026 live righteously, and He will give you everything you need.\u2019<\/i> (Matthew\u00a06:33\u00a0NLT) So today, put prayer and Bible reading at the top of your to-do list.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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