Stay At the Feet of Jesus

For the [pagan] Gentiles eagerly seek all these things; [but do not worry,] for your heavenly Father knows that you need them. But first and most importantly seek (aim at, strive after) His kingdom and His righteousness [His way of doing and being right—the attitude and character of God], and all these things will be given to you also. Matthew 6:32-33 Amplified Bible (AMP)

It’s been awhile since my last blog. So I wanted to write something that will not only encourage the person reading but something that I know that the Lord is saying to me personally. I received this word in church on Sunday and as my week began I realized this word was just for me. This is just a word of encouragement to you who are reading - Stay at the Feet of Jesus.

In Matthew 6:32-33 we see Jesus giving the cure for anxiety. With the many roles that we play in life, sometimes we can become consumed and distracted by all the different things we face, whether it’s ministry duties, paying our bills, taking care of our loved ones, etc. Life can be a bit overwhelming at times. But Jesus is the cure. We are not like those who are without God and don’t have a prayer life. We are not pagans. We are citizens of God’s Kingdom. Therefore, we need not worry about life’s cares as if we don’t have help. God tells us in 1 Peter 5:7 to cast all our cares on Him because He cares for us. Moreover, God promises that if we seek first His kingdom and His righteousness, all these things will be given to us … and more. What are those things? Well, only you know what you are worried about.

In Luke chapter 10 we see two sisters but two completely different focuses. The one sister Martha was entirely focused on ministry (serving).  And the other Mary was sitting at the feet of Jesus. I can imagine all she wanted to know was, “What is God saying?”  Martha complained that Mary wasn’t helping her, but Jesus corrected Martha saying, “Martha, Martha, you are worried and bothered and anxious about so many things; but only one thing is necessary, for Mary has chosen the good part [that which is to her advantage], which will not be taken away from her” Luke 10:41-42 (AMP).  In other words, Jesus was saying, “You’re putting too much emphasis on the wrong things. Come and sit at my feet. What I have to say is going to keep you in this life.” We can be so busy serving & worried about things, but not have the slightest idea of what God is saying in this hour. I’m not saying don’t serve or take care of your responsibilities, but it shouldn’t take priority over spending time in God’s presence. Additionally, we shouldn’t be so worried about the issues in our lives that we become anxious over them.

Like Martha you may be concerned with this and that…this person and that person. You may be worried about family members, friendships, or even naysayers. In the end, it’s all earthly and carnal. Only what we do for Christ will last. So don’t worry. Realign your focus.

Set your mind and keep focused habitually on the things above [the heavenly things], not on things that are on the earth [which have only temporal value]. Colossians 3:2

Be Blessed.

A.M.