Matthew 6:25 says, “Therefore…” What is the therefore there for? Verse 25 clearly states that no one can serve two masters. Let’s continue the verse, “…do not worry about your life…” 

The Greek word’s definition for worry: to divide into two parts. Worry is a distraction, a preoccupation with things causing anxiety, stress, and pressure. Well we all know the word stress. Did you know that stress can serve us?

We can use stress as a signal to remind us that we are absolutely dependent on the Lord. We tend to forget that when we feel overwhelmed. John 15:5 is my reminder. It says, “…without Me you can do nothing.” It is so succinct.

Since our thoughts control our brain, worry tells our brain that all is not well. It then signals our body which throws us into perpetual fight or flight ~ generating stress hormones.