The Parsonal Computer

Keep Calm and Seek First

At the beginning of World War II, as the German Army was taking over all of Europe, the people of England became increasingly anxious. The British Ministry of Information issued a series of three posters. Their intent was to assure the nation and keep the nation focused and not give in to fear and panic.
The posters were initially distributed in September 1939 and immediately began to appear everywhere. However, a third design was not widely distributed and remained virtually unseen by the public, until a copy turned up more than fifty years later in a box of dusty old books bought in auction.
This poster was simple. At the top it had a crown, the symbol of their king, King George VI. Underneath the crown was the simple message, “Keep Calm and Carry On.” It was meant as a message from their King to not give in to the fear of the world, but to stand firm.

We have a message from our King as well. In the Gospel of Matthew, Jesus reminds us to stay calm. Our King tells us not to give in to the fears and pressures of this world, but to look to Him. He says that to carry on is to seek Him first. Jesus reminds us that if we put God first in our lives and trust Him, we won’t be living fearful chaotic lives, but lives of purpose and contentment.

“So don’t worry about these things, saying, ‘What will we eat? What will we drink? What will we wear?’ These things dominate the thoughts of unbelievers, but your heavenly Father already knows all your needs. Seek the Kingdom of God above all else, and live righteously, and he will give you everything you need.”
Matthew 6:31–33 (NLT)