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Don't worry, Be happy

I have just come across the song by Bobby McFerrin.  It seems like a nice easy way to get through life.  There are people who get through life taking it as it comes and not being phased by anything, it would seem. Then there are the worriers who have to meticulously plan their every move and plan each step they take.  The truth is, what matters is our eternal destiny.  If that is sorted the worry temperature goes down.  It is not sufficient to hope all will be well with our eternal destination.  If you are going to worry about anything by all means worry about that. Search after the answer to being accepted by God at the end of time.  Trust in Jesus the rock on which you can stand. If you are already a Christian and find you are a worrier read your New Testament and discover the position of strength you are in.  Your Lord loves you come what may.  If you sin, repent and then be joyful in the salvation He has given you.

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