Seek First | Day 16 Devotional

Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about its own things. Sufficient for the day is its own trouble. Matthew 6:34 “Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God; and the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.” Philippians 4:6-7 Why do we worry? Is it because of inadequacy, second-guessing, fear of man, or something else? The verses today hold the keys to overcoming worry. When we do not have it figured out, or it seems hopeless, just pray. Pray with a posture of gratitude and simply let the Lord know how you are feeling. Thank Him for His goodness, and His perfect leadership. Through doing all of this His perfect peace that surpasses anything you can do will cover and guard both your heart and your mind. You will be sustained by His peace and free from worry or anxiousness because you trust Him. A C T I O N Gratitude is a theme in a lot of these devotionals. Wear it like a coat. Focus on who He is and what He is doing in your life and everything else will fall into place. PRAYER Lord, you know my situation, you know what I have been praying for, and you know my family and friends that need you. Father, I trust You with all of these things that I worry about. Anything that causes me to stress, I trust You with them. Thank you, Lord for being my rock and my sure foundation. Thank You for taking care of me. Give me that peace that surpasses all of my understanding and guard my heart and mind with Your truth. Amen!