Matthew 6:34 — "Do Not Worry About Tomorrow"
Take therefore no thought for the morrow: for the morrow shall take thought for the things of itself. Sufficient unto the day is the evil thereof.
What Does Matthew 6:34 Mean?
In the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus addresses the universal human tendency to worry about the future — food, clothing, security. He teaches that worry is ultimately a trust issue: if God cares for birds and flowers, He will certainly care for His children. "Each day has enough trouble of its own" is a practical reminder to deal with today's challenges rather than borrowing anxiety from tomorrow.
Application: Jesus doesn't forbid planning, but worrying — the anxious obsession with "what if" scenarios. This verse invites us to live one day at a time, trusting God's provision for each day and releasing the future into His hands.
Matthew 6:34 in Context
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Matthew 6:34 in 4 Translations
“Take therefore no thought for the morrow: for the morrow shall take thought for the things of itself. Sufficient unto the day is the evil thereof.”
“Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. Today has enough trouble of its own.”
“Therefore don’t be anxious for tomorrow, for tomorrow will be anxious for itself. Each day’s own evil is sufficient.”
“Be not therefore anxious for the morrow: for the morrow will be anxious for itself. Sufficient unto the day is the evil thereof.”
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Jesus saying we shouldn't plan for the future?
No. Jesus distinguishes between wise planning (which He encourages elsewhere, e.g., Luke 14:28-30) and anxious worry. The command is against the kind of worry that paralyzes faith and consumes mental energy with hypothetical fears.
What does "each day has enough trouble of its own" mean?
It's a practical observation: every day brings its own set of challenges. Adding tomorrow's worries to today's burdens creates an unbearable load. Jesus teaches us to focus on the present day and trust God with the rest.
How does this relate to anxiety disorders?
This verse addresses a spiritual posture of trust, not clinical anxiety. People with anxiety disorders should seek appropriate professional help while also drawing strength from God's promises. The verse encourages casting our cares on God (1 Peter 5:7) as part of a holistic approach to mental health.
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