Worry

Worrying is hard not to do
It's all too natural for you
You have many things to do
Those things are piling up on you

There are words to say, bills to pay
Tension is increasing each day
But worrying just does not pay
It adds no hours to your day

'Worry not about tomorrow
For each day has enough sorrows'
The One who knows your tomorrow
Speaks soothing words to your sorrows

You say, 'How can I not worry?
Burdens are weighing down on me!'
God says, 'My child, do not worry
Lay your heavy burdens on me'

'I've dealt with your greatest burden
Your burden of sin I've taken
Give to me your lesser burdens
Those burdens I've also taken'

'Now, look at the birds of the air
Flying freely without a care
If God feeds the birds of the air
For you, dear child, He'll love and care'

Worrying is hard not to do
It may be natural for you
But God's Word tells us what to do
Seek first God’s kingdom; seek what’s true
Copyright © | Year Posted 2017

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Kinch  Avatar
March 12, 2017 at 1:32 AM
Your poem speaks the truth. Give your worries over to the Lord and enjoy life! Beautiful written Joanne.
Liaw Avatar
March 12, 2017 at 8:27 AM
Amen! Yes, this poem was written based on the truth of God's Word in Matthew 6:25-34. We can take comfort in God's sovereignty, love, and care.
Rodd Avatar
March 11, 2017 at 9:19 AM
Just what I needed to start my day. Thank you!
Liaw Avatar
March 12, 2017 at 12:45 AM
You're most welcome! Glad that you were edified and encouraged by the poem. God bless you!
Sands Avatar
March 11, 2017 at 7:03 AM
This is a very good message Joanne :)
Liaw Avatar
March 11, 2017 at 7:11 AM
Hi Heidi :) Glad you were edified and encouraged by it! God bless you!
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