Sometimes Bible verses can be shared in a quick “don’t worry, be happy” kind of way. This verse is so simple but it could easily be written off as a trite “one liner”. Like when someone tells you “it will be okay” when you really don’t feel okay.

I share this verse with you because I am remembering that it was written to the very first Christians who were facing intense persecution, suffering, and even martyrdom and death. Paul wrote these words not to invalidate their suffering or their feelings of worry and fear, but to convey the promise of life in Christ.

May you hear these words not only as simple instructions for your day but as a promise that we can dare to be hopeful, joyful, faithful and to pray because our God reigns.

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