Rather, be concerned about his kingdom. Then these things will be provided for you.
But first, be concerned about his kingdom and what has his approval. Then all these things will be provided for you.
Don’t love money. Be happy with what you have because God has said, “I will never abandon you or leave you.”
Fear the Lord, you holy people who belong to him. Those who fear him are never in need.
Training the body helps a little, but godly living helps in every way. Godly living has the promise of life now and in the world to come.
Don’t work for food that spoils. Instead, work for the food that lasts into eternal life. This is the food the Son of Man will give you. After all, the Father has placed his seal of approval on him.”
The Lord God is a sun and shield. The Lord grants favor and honor. He does not hold back any blessing from those who live innocently.
What can we say about all of this? If God is for us, who can be against us?
Trust the Lord, and do good things. Live in the land, and practice being faithful.
I have been young, and now I am old, but I have never seen a righteous person abandoned or his descendants begging for food.
This person will live on high. His stronghold will be a fortress made of rock. He will have plenty of food and a dependable supply of water.
They will not be put to shame in trying times. Even in times of famine they will be satisfied.
There’s only one thing you need. Mary has made the right choice, and that one thing will not be taken away from her.”
Everyone in the world is concerned about these things, but your Father knows you need them.