God is not a disinterested watchmaker that wound up the world and let it go. He is a loving father who is intimately involved in everything that happens in his world. He is also a God that loves and cares for his people. Because of this truth Jesus wants his disciples to learn to live contentedly in the present relying on a good God to provide for their daily needs.

Prayer is an act of worship, and it should begin with adoration. In this passage from Christs sermon on the mount, Jesus continues his instruction on prayer.  Jesus wants his disciples to understand that Effective prayer begins with adoration, and this is true for us today. As Christians we should begin our prayers by reflecting on the holiness of God and the power of his coming kingdom.