Jesus wanted us to know how much we were loved by the God we worship. God cares about his children. Jesus was probably pointing to the many birds that, even today, fly above the Sea of Galilee. They didn’t have to work all day to have enough; they simply needed to focus on what God had already provided.

Jesus pointed to the birds and reminded his disciples that God valued people more than the rest of his creation. Our priorities get confused when we don’t share God’s values and trust his provision. 

In a culture that defines “enough” as just a little more, it's good to take inventory of our values. Do we want to have more than God wants to provide? Do we spend too much time and money on things that distract us from God’s best gifts?

Jesus taught his disciples that God values people the most. God cares more about our peace, joy, comfort, and contentment than our stuff. Do we spend too much time working for things or accumulating things that don’t have eternal value?

God called his people to work hard but not to overwork. God called his people to plan for the future but defined our future eternally. God taught that the most important successes in life would be rewarded in heaven. Jesus said God values people more than anything.

Consider the birds of the air. They take time to soar above this world, knowing God has provided for their needs. Jesus reminded his disciples that God wanted us to do the same. If we examine our lives with a higher perspective, we will understand what God most wants his children to achieve. He values what blesses and benefits his people because God values his family!

Knowing God is the beginning of wisdom. God knows and values your life.