Luke 12-7 – “What is the value of your soul to God? Could your worth be defined by any amount of money? God doesn’t abandon or forget even the small sparrow he has made. How then could he forget or abandon you? What about the seemingly minor issues of your life? Do they matter to God? Of course they do! So you never need to worry, for you are more valuable to God than anything else in this world.“

Today’s reading began with Joel’s prophecy and continued through Amos into the Book of Luke. Joel spoke of horrific events coming, including famine and shortage, coupled with judgment and war.

Joel 1:4 speaks of complete destruction progressing from one calamity to another. Joel 1:14 calls for intense fasting and prayer by God’s people. Joel 2:12 promises that God’s Grace will reward our repentance and intercession.  Joel 3:10 calls us to prepare for war; a dual war (natural and spiritual) is coming.

Amos 3:7 –“Surely the LORD God does NOTHING without revealing His secrets to His servants the prophets.”   That is a concrete truth.  Sadly, many modern-day prophets embellish and expand what they receive, inserting themselves into the Word.   Jesus was the example of God’s prophetic method.  He Only said what He heard from the Father—nothing more and nothing less.  God does not need nor want His messengers to interpret for Him; just say what He says and let the Holy Spirit do the rest.

Luke 12:2-3 was like a bolt of lightning as I read it today.  “Everything hidden and covered up will soon be exposed.  For the facade is falling down, and nothing will be kept secret for long.  3 Whatever you have spoken in private will be public knowledge, and what you have whispered secretly behind closed doors will be broadcast far and wide for all to hear.”

That is relevant in the natural and spiritual.   We know God knows ALL, but what about Artificial Intelligence (AI)?  We are aware of the incredible listening and tracking technology existing today.   Have you talked about something to others privately, then have endless ads about that subject on your media devices?   Nothing is secret; it could and possibly will become a weapon used against us in the coming days.

That could cause fear, but God’s answer is found in Luke 12:13-34 – NO FEAR, God is still God!  Luke 12:6 leaped out and grabbed my heart.  “What is the value of your life to God?”   Not to you, not to others, but to God! What is the value God places on your life? Remember, He designed you to be uniquely you for His purposes!

The Cross answers that question.   So, do not fear or fret because God will not fail.  Don’t worry about what’s coming; instead, rest in the promise of Luke 12:12 –“Simply be confident and allow the Spirit of Wisdom to access your heart, and in that very moment, He will reveal what you are to say to them.”  God promises to keep us, provide for us, and lead us. 

Matthew 6:33 screams to my heart, make this your life!   Seek God first and above all.  Seek His righteousness and embrace it.  He will not fail.

God has your best good in His heart; trust Him.