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The Good Seed - Tuesday, April 12, 2017
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Sufficient for the day is its own trouble

Take therefore no thought for the morrow: for the morrow shall take thought for the things of itself. Sufficient unto the day is the evil thereof.
Fear thou not; for I am with thee: be not dismayed; for I am thy God: I will strengthen thee; yea, I will help thee; yea, I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness.
Matthew 6:34; Isaiah 41:10

Sufficient for the day is its own trouble
Today's verse is not an excuse for being wanting in foresight. It is quite normal for us to recognise our duties and prepare for the next day, whether it be ensuring that the house is protected against forthcoming storms or doing schoolwork thoroughly so as to pass examinations. It is right to envisage problems that might arise, provide for our needs and prepare for any demands made of us.
But worrying about things is another matter; it is exaggerated pre-occupation with the next day, possible storms or examinations. One is not at ease and imagines the worst. Care focusses our attention on events and not on the One who controls them. So it has a negative effect on our spirit and even on our body. It can even paralyse and overwhelm us. God's command is absolutely clear: "Do not worry!" We have an omnipotent Father who loves and whose hand guides all things.
If we experience difficulties today, God gives us the strength and His directions to face them, but He does not give them in advance to face up to tomorrow's trials. Why not? If we already had His rely, we should probably cease confiding in Him tomorrow. His concern is to maintain in us, day by day, that faith that is so precious to Him, for without it, it is impossible to please Him (cf. Hebrews 12:6)
Today's reading: 1 Samuel 20:24-42

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