Church On Purpose

Lord of my Today - Matthew 21

Episode Summary

Finding peace in the present moment requires letting go of past regrets and future anxieties. By examining Jesus's example, we discover how to maintain focus on today despite knowing challenging times ahead. Through trust in God's divine plan, understanding the purpose of relationships, and maintaining an eternal perspective, we can find peace in our daily lives. God provides what we need each day, making it possible to release worry about tomorrow and fully embrace the present moment.

Episode Notes

Living in the present moment is a constant challenge as many people struggle with dwelling on past mistakes or anxiously anticipating future scenarios. While God exists outside of time, humans are bound to the present, yet often find themselves mentally trapped in moments that don't exist. Jesus demonstrated how to maintain presence and peace despite knowing the difficulties that lay ahead.Jesus's example shows three key principles for finding peace: trusting in God's divine plan, understanding the role of people in our lives, and maintaining an eternal perspective. He knew that everything aligned with prophecy and maintained his focus on daily ministry even while aware of his coming crucifixion. This teaches us that both supporters and opponents can serve God's ultimate purpose, and that maintaining an eternal perspective helps us deal with temporal challenges.The practice of daily trust involves releasing control, embracing God's provision for today, and recognizing that tomorrow's needs will be met in tomorrow's time. By focusing on the present moment and trusting in God's sufficient power, we can find peace amidst life's challenges and better fulfill our purpose in each moment we're given.