Living in Truth means not worrying. That is difficult for most of us to do. For many people, worry seems to be something like a heart beat—it is always with us and we think without it life would end. But we don’t need to worry! As a matter of fact, we are told not to.The Savior instructs us to seek “not the things of this world but seek ye first to build up the kingdom of God, and to establish his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you. Take therefore no thought for the morrow: for the morrow shall take thought for the things of itself. Sufficient unto the day shall be the evil thereof” (JST Matthew 6:33-34).
In the Greek manuscripts this last verse makes a lot more sense. What it says (I’m paraphrasing) is that we shouldn’t be troubled or anxious about the things of tomorrow because the things of tomorrow will take care of themselves. Sufficient to each day is its trouble. In other words, if we turn our minds to the things of God and not worry about the problems of life, they will be taken care of.
I can’t imagine a better promise! Don’t worry. Keep the commandments. Be happy. Trust in God and “all things shall work together for your good” (D&C 90:34).
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I have always appreciated those verses. Thank you so much for sharing the added insight. I do tend to worry about things, but have been working on overcoming that habit. :)
Just got a really bad hair cut and been crying about lack of men. Good advice.
My husband knows me too well. Any time I look deep in thought, instead of asking me what I'm thinking about, he asks me what I'm worrying about. Worrying is definitely something I need to work on more.
I felt inspired to click on your blog today and now I know why! Thanks Sherrie for the words of encouragement. I truly believe that you are inspired with regards to your entries. Thanks for being in tune!!!
Nate is helping in our office this week :) He is a sweet young man!
Hope you have a wonderful week!
Karen
Wendi, It is a difficult habit to break, but the Truth Tools help!
Becky, I hope tomorrow is a better day! I have learned that hair grows!!!
Jenny, You are young. Learn now not to worry and save yourself years of stress!!!!
Karen, Thanks for the kind words, and I hope you soon get feeling better.
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