Therefore do not be anxious about tomorrow, for tomorrow will be anxious for itself. Sufficient for the day is its own trouble.
Matthew 6:34 ESV
But all too quickly the message is crowded out by the worries of this life, the lure of wealth, and the desire for other things, so no fruit is produced.
Mark 4:19
I believe, when looking honestly at my own walk, one of the most challenging vices I struggle with is being very easily distracted away from that which is truly useful. I am constantly churning and analyzing numbers, concepts and ideas, both with a hope of furtherance for my person and family as well as my businesses. This constant attention to details, some out of my control often degrades to an unending circle of futility as so much of my energy is given to this, it is of course taken way from that which has true value. Left unchecked I end the day fully exhausted with so little to show for it.
Sound familiar? And of course planing and preparing are not vices in of themselves. The problem comes when we allow our faith in ourselves to map out the best course and to create the best return in life and forget to even consult with the Father. This is the way of the world and it leads to anxiety, constant worry, indecision, depression and eventually a complete inability to find contentment as we choke out the Spirit and no longer create fruit pleasing to our Father.
For me, I have to stop, drop and pray -- I take a day, pray, strum my guitar (poorly but boldly) and let the Lord refill and prioritize me.
As for me this day, I will ease my burden and just give thanks! Care to join me?
Many Blessings.
Craig
