A Progressive, Positive, Practical Weekly Reflection by the Reverend Doctor Durrell Watkins, M.A., M.Div., D.Min.
“Do not worry about tomorrow; tomorrow will take care of itself. Sufficient for a day is its own evil.” Jesus, Matthew 6.34
Have you ever been desperate? Perhaps you were looking for a lover, or even just a date. But you were so anxious about finding someone that you actually spent more time worrying about not finding someone than meeting new people. People aren’t attracted to desperation. But, once you “gave up”, and relaxed, suddenly people started noticing how attractive some of your qualities are. People noticed that you are funny, or charming, or kind and they wanted to spend more time with you. Some of them probably asked you out, or you asked one of them out and they joyously accepted the invitation. That’s actually a very good life lesson — whether we are dealing with health, finances, career, friendships, or any other issue, it’s important to remember that desperation only attracts more desperate conditions. Hope, peace, confidence… these attitudes attract the more harmonious conditions we deserve and desire. When desperation starts to sit in, try to relax. Don’t worry about what could go wrong down the road. Meet the day at hand with hope and confidence. Desperation isn’t helpful. Hope, however, is.
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