Article March 9, 1940 Issue

"Cast thy burden upon the Lord"

GRACE COLE TORRANCE

Throughout the world today we see mankind burdened with responsibilities in the business world and in the home. Many are fearful and discouraged, because their wisdom and intelligence in controlling their affairs have proved inadequate, for, to them, a state of chaos instead of harmony still seems to be manifested. The breadwinner feels helpless when confronted with lack of employment, or insufficient funds with which to provide food, clothing, and shelter for loved ones.

Mankind is prone to take unto itself the cares, worries, and responsibilities of the world. Parents feel it to be their responsibility to provide all that will give joy and happiness to their children; but they frequently take on undue burdens, until they have been robbed of their own peace, happiness, and joy. Oftentimes not until material ways and means fail to bring into our experience that which we feel we need do we turn our thoughts to God. When matter fails to supply our needs and material means fail to heal, the heart cries out to Him. and then one finds that He is very near.

God's promises, as given in the Bible, bring to the sincere seeker for Truth comfort and joy when he is faced with untoward situations. In I Peter we find this promise: "Humble yourselves therefore under the mighty hand of God, that he may exalt you in due time: casting all your care upon him; for he careth for you." The false sense of responsibility soon disappears when one realizes that he can of himself do nothing.

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