Observation: While these verses in this translation are very different than accurate translations, they carry a similar sentiment. Jesus is teaching the people to not worry about their daily lives. Not to worry about where and how they "get" things in life, and instead to pay attention to the wonder and love of the Lord so they can experience how he "gives" to them freely. In this way - by recognizing the generous love of God - we truly experience life with God. This relaxed open-handed living is simply a better way to live.
Application: I fully recognize how the Lord blesses me daily. I know, in fact, that I am incapable of achieving anything in life, and that I truly could not have the life I have if it were not for the Lord's generous gifts and blessings daily. However, the word in all of this that jumps out to me is "relax."
Relaxation remains difficult. Most of us, myself included, still find ways to be stressed about our daily work, and to get anxious over what we are doing. Even when I am doing a poor job at work, I then take on other stresses ... looking for ways to fill my mind with the difficulties and conflicts of the world, hearing ideas about what must be done to address earthly issues.
Jesus is calling all of us - including me - into a wonderful concept. Go ahead to do your daily work, but never stress about it. The Lord provides!! You can do your best, and he will take care of you, for he loves you so very, very much.
I still should do my best, but I will seek relaxation of mind within that context of good work.
Prayer: Lord, I know you provide, and you are my provider. You have given me such a wonderful life. I thank you for your great love. May I not only walk daily holding your hand, but relax in your loving hands every day as well. Amen.
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