Luke 12:32
Do not be afraid, little flock, because your Father is pleased to give you the kingdom.
Dear Heavenly Father,
Jesus said these words as he spoke against worry. We can be concerned about several circumstances, such as things we see on the news, health scars, family problems, cars breaking down, or even clothes and food. But Jesus told us not to worry or be afraid because this life is not about material things.
While our concerns are genuine, you reassure us that You will be with us no matter what may come our way. You are far superior to any problem we face, so we look to You instead of being afraid of those problems. You know our needs before we know them and have answers before we even ask.
Lord, you have solved an even more significant problem: we faced eternal death being condemned for our sins. You sent Jesus to overcome our sins for everything that we think, say, do and all the worries the world would throw at us. He went to the cross and became sin for us to defeat sin, death, and the Devil. In faith, we trust Jesus has forgiven us, and we cast our cares to you. You have kept nothing from us; your kingdom is ours, and as Jesus said, You were pleased to give it to us.
Thank you for sending Your Son to overcome sin, death, and the Devil so we have peace, joy, and hope. Those are ours because of Christ’s work. He died on the cross for all our sins so that we have forgiveness of sins, salvation, and eternal life. Strengthen our faith so we can confidently let go of all our worries and have everlasting peace from being united with You.
Please let us share our peace with those who do not know You. Create faith in their hearts so that they, too, will become part of Your little flock, having salvation and eternal life, and become heirs of heaven. Amen.
Written through Pastor Roger Emmons
Jesus instructed us to cast our cares and burdens on him; since he has told us this, he will keep his word and take care of all our concerns. Do not be afraid; by faith in Jesus, God has given you His kingdom.