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Jesus warns us not to do good things just to be seen by others (v. 1). Whether giving, praying, or fasting, God is more interested in our hearts than in a show (vv. 2–18). When we pray, we don’t need long, fancy words—just a real relationship with our Father. Jesus gives us a model prayer that puts God first and reminds us to depend on Him every day (vv. 9–13). Forgiveness is so important that Jesus ties receiving it from God with offering it to others (vv. 14–15). Even in fasting, God looks for humble hearts that want to please Him, not impress people (vv. 16–18).
Jesus also reminds us not to chase after money or stuff, but to treasure what lasts—heavenly things (vv. 19–21). We can’t serve both God and money (v. 24). Instead of worrying about what we eat, wear, or need, we’re invited to trust that our loving Father sees us, knows us, and cares for us (vv. 25–32). Our focus should be to seek God’s kingdom and His righteousness, trusting that everything else will fall into place (v. 33). Worrying about tomorrow doesn’t help today—God gives grace for each day as it comes (v. 34).
🌀 Reflection:
Do I serve God with a sincere heart, or do I care more about what others see? What would it look like today to trust Him instead of worry?
💬 Mission Challenge:
Look for a quiet way to give, serve, or encourage someone today—not for credit, but for Christ. Let it be just between you and God.
Just Keith Harris 
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