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     As you think about our favorite things in life, think about your favorite Bible verses. It’s hard to choose, isn’t it? The list could to on and on. Whether you find yourself content or unsettled, whether joy-filled or filled with sorrow, whether angry or peaceful, there are Scripture verses to meet you right where you are.

     Think about your needs today. Find a verse, just for you. God speaks truth through His Word. His Word is precious, more valuable than silver or gold. (Psalm 119) Today, I am thinking about getting ready for company. Cleaning, cooking and getting everything ready can keep me in a fretful mood. (Hospitality is not one of my spiritual gifts!) Here are Scriptures written for me, spoken by Jesus Himself:

“Therefore, I tell you, do not worry about your life, what you will eat or drink, or about your body, what you will wear. Is not life more than food, and the body more than clothes? Look at the birds of the air. They do not sow or reap or stow away in barns, and yet your heavenly Father feeds them. Are you not much more valuable than they? Can any one of you by worrying add a single hour to your life? Matthew 6:25-27

     This is just one of many Scriptures that warn us about worrying. It robs us of the joy of today. Everything will get done. I take comfort in these words. How about you? Take a minute to pray and think about your circumstances for the day. What is next? What do you need from God’s Word? He is ready to meet you and talk to you. Just the two of you together, ready to meet the day. Maybe you will find a new favorite Scripture!

Jesus,

Thank You for the Word that brings life to our souls. You tell us not to worry about the surface issues in life. You meet us in the deep recesses of our souls, wherever we are, wherever we are going. Thank You for Your precious Word that speaks to our hearts.

Amen