Matthew 6:30
Wherefore, if God so clothe the grass of the field, which to day is, and to morrow is cast into the oven, shall he not much more clothe you, O ye of little faith?
Matthew 6:30
This concluding verse of the section on worry ties God’s care for creation to human faith. If God clothes the grass, which is transient today and gone tomorrow, will he not clothe you as well, you of little faith? It’s a gentle rebuke to anxious hearts. The question frames trust as the baseline for assessing needs; to worry is to conclude God is unable or unwilling to provide.
Trust in God’s provision is a cornerstone of the Christian life. The verse emphasizes God’s paternal care and invites believers to live with faith rather than fear. It reinforces a worldview where God remains sovereign over material needs, prompting worshipful dependence.
Practical steps: identify sources of anxiety related to provision, then practice spiritual disciplines that reinforce trust—prayer, Scripture, acts of generosity. When you feel small in faith, recall times of God’s faithful provision and record them in a journal or prayer notebook. Transfer energy from worry to faithful action: pay off debt, budget, save, or give generously, trusting God to supply your needs.
Cross-References: Luke 12:22-31; Philippians 4:6-7; Psalm 23:1-3; Matthew 6:33