Luke 12:29 Meaning
And seek not ye what ye shall eat, or what ye shall drink, neither be ye of doubtful mind.
Context Explained
27Consider the lilies how they grow: they toil not, they spin not; and yet I say unto you, that Solomon in all his glory was not arrayed like one of these.
28If then God so clothe the grass, which is to day in the field, and to morrow is cast into the oven; how much more will he clothe you, O ye of little faith?
29And seek not ye what ye shall eat, or what ye shall drink, neither be ye of doubtful mind.
30For all these things do the nations of the world seek after: and your Father knoweth that ye have need of these things.
31But rather seek ye the kingdom of God; and all these things shall be added unto you.
Key Themes
Related Cross References
Philippians 4:6-7
Both verses encourage believers to avoid anxiety and trust in God.
Matthew 6:25
This passage elaborates on the reasons not to worry about daily needs.
1 Peter 5:7
This verse encourages casting all anxieties on God, similar to Jesus' teaching.
Source: Luke 12:29