"Consider how the wild flowers grow. They do not labor or spin. Yet I tell you, not even Solomon in all his splendor was dressed like one of these. If that is how God clothes the grass of the field, which is here today, and tomorrow is thrown into the fire, how much more will he clothe you—you of little faith." Luke 12:27,28
While deep in prayer and nearing the end of my early morning run before church Sunday, my eyes became transfixed on a beautiful patch of wildflowers. The black-eyed-susans, with their vibrant yellow leaves and rich brown centers, were just too pretty to pass up-so I picked a handful of them along with a handful of daisies and ran home to present them to my daughter. As she smiled and we placed them in water, she and I took the time to examine them closer and agreed that God indeed makes beautiful things.
Have you ever taken the time to examine the intricacies of a simple wildflower? Each one is unique in it's beauty and yet the Bible tells us that, "not even Solomon in all his splendor was dressed like one of these." It was exactly the reminder I needed that God is the ultimate Provider. You see, although these flowers "do not labor or spin", they have everything they need to grow. And if that is how he provides for "the grass of the field, which is here today, and tomorrow is thrown into the fire," there was no need to worry that he would provide the things that I need too.
Perhaps you needed that reminder today as well? Maybe you're anxious over a job situation (as I was)? Stressing over a family matter? Or maybe even a recent diagnosis? Whatever the cause of your restlessness may be, my friend, why don't you pick a few flowers, take the time to truly examine them, and then meditate on God's promise to provide what he already knows you need?
Heavenly Father, thank you for your Word that is such a clear reminder that you know exactly the things we need and that you will provide for each one of those needs. Thank you for the unexplainable peace that knowing you will always provide brings. It's in your precious name we pray Jesus. Amen.
Happy Running!!!
Your promises - Elevation Worship
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