May 18: Matthew 6:26, 28 — Living Unanxious Before God (Today's Reading: My Utmost for His Highest)

A close-up of two vibrant orange lilies with soft yellow centers, their petals slightly ruffled and glowing in the light. The flowers stand out sharply against a blurred background of deep green leaves, creating a peaceful, natural scene full of quiet beauty.

"Look at the birds of the air . . . Consider the lilies of the field . . ."
Matthew 6:26, 28

God's designed influence is all around us.
Think of the sea, the air, the sun, the stars, and the moon. They are always there, quietly ministering to us.

Look at the birds of the air.
Consider the lilies of the field—how they grow. They neither toil nor spin; they simply are.

We are invited to live the same way: simply, unaffectedly, and with our attention fixed on God, the source of all sustainabilities.

Staying focused on Jesus is the only way to grow spiritually. Maintaining a right relationship with Him is the one thing we are called to do.

Our heavenly Father knows our circumstances. Jesus tells us not to worry about anything.

We do not have to strain to grow or force our spiritual life to develop. We simply focus on God, and everything else in our lives falls into its proper place.

Jesus teaches, "Just believe in Me."

Live for Him. Stay focused on Him. And you will be unaware, on the conscious level of your life, that you are being used by Him — and that your life is quietly influencing the lives of others.

Selah.

~ Quil

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Scripture References

Matthew 6:26–28 — Look at the birds… Consider the lilies…

Matthew 6:31–34 — Do not worry; your Father knows your needs

Matthew 11:28–30 — Jesus invites us to rest in Him, not strive

John 6:29 — This is the work of God: believe in Him whom He has sent

John 15:4–5 — Abide in Me; apart from Me you can do nothing

Hebrews 12:2 — Fixing our eyes on Jesus

1 Peter 5:7 — Cast all your cares on Him

Philippians 4:6–7 — Do not be anxious; God’s peace will guard you

Philippians 2:13 — God works in you to will and to act

Galatians 2:20 — Christ lives in me

Colossians 1:27 — Christ in you, the hope of glory

John 7:38–39 — The Spirit within, flowing like living water

John 14:26–27 — The Comforter teaches and gives peace

John 16:13 — The Spirit of truth guides you

Psalm 46:10 — Be still and know that I am God

Psalm 121:1–2 — My help comes from the Lord

Zechariah 4:6 — Not by might nor by power, but by My Spirit

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