More to This Life

“Therefore I tell you, do not worry about your life, what you will eat or drink; or about your body, what you will wear. Is not life more important than food, and the body more important than clothes?"
Matthew 6:25 


We have a limited perspective about our lives. We see it through the every day, mundane, sometimes difficult realities. These are a part of life that everyone must face each day. Sometimes our days are eventful, other times it seems we are just going through the motions. Some days are exciting, others boring and uneventful. Some days produce difficulties for us, others produce peace. These things are true of all people. No one is exempt from the daily grind of life. But this is only one part of our lives as Christians. Don't you agree that there is more to this life?
    Each person has their own set of issues. Some are poor, not able to provide needed things for themselves or their families. Some are sick, not able to live each day with energy and hope. Others are preoccupied with the glitzy things of the world. The latest fashions are a must. The newest technology intrigues and begs attention. For some, devoting themselves to their jobs is the most important thing. They live for the approval and success associated with their positions at work. Still, there is more to this life.
    Jesus told us not to worry about this life. There are things that are much more important than the things we have already discussed. Our lives are not contained in the 70 or 80 years we may live on the earth. They are not contained by the physical things that confront us each day. Our lives are not limited by bodies that may not work properly. And they are not contained by the status of our wealth. Our lives are lived in the Spirit. When we open up ourselves to pay more attention to spiritual things than physical ones, we will learn to prosper in ways that have eluded us before. Once again, it all comes down to a change of perspective, a change of priorities. 
    Yes, life is certainly more than earthly things. Although we need these things, our Father knows and will provide. We are already blessed beyond measure. If you are limited by your earthly bodies, learn to walk, run, dance, and fly in the Spirit. It is time that we all understand there is more to life than the things we spend so much time trying to accomplish. Everything in life flows from life in the Spirit of God. It is time to live life close to the Source of life. When that happens, we will change and our lives will change. Heaven will open up to us and we will know beyond any doubt that there is much more to life than we used to think. So don't worry, life is much more important than we thought.