How many of you remember 36 years ago and what it was like in 1988?
Ronald Reagan was finishing his second term as President of the United States. George H. W. Bush was elected president. $24,450 was the average annual income. New cars cost $10,400. Gas was 91 cents a gallon. Eggs cost 65 cents a dozen. A gallon of milk was $1.89. We enjoyed watching shows like Cheers and The Golden Girls on television.
The number one hit on the music charts in 1988 was a song sung by Bobby McFerrin, Don’t Worry, Be Happy. Many of you may still remember the words to the song –
Here’s a little song I wrote
You might want to sing it note for note
Don’t worry, be happy
In every life, we have some trouble
But when you worry you make it double
Don’t worry, be happy
In 1988, people worried about the HIV/Aids epidemic. Global warming, the economy and, politics were also on their mind. Don’t Worry, Be Happy helped them to smile and get their thoughts off their worries for a little while.
Fast forward to 2024. We worry about gas prices, supply shortages, the economy, politicians, elections, mass shootings, the high cost of food, and everything else. Negative news and social media only add to our worries.
Worry, has no positive side effects in your life. It does have negative ones like stress and high blood pressure. Not worrying is easier said than done. When you start worrying, sit down and open your Bible. You will find many bible verses about worry to comfort you. Going to God in prayer when you start worrying will also help.
Replace worry, fear, and doubt with faith. Turn your worries over to Him and then walk around singing, humming, or whistling Amazing Grace, Because He Lives, Peace in the Valley, The Old Rugged Cross, I Surrender All, God Bless America, or whatever your favorite song might be. You could also sing, hum, or whistle Don’t Worry, Be Happy.
If you or someone you know is looking for a church home we invite you to join us at the Sac River Church at either of our locations: 6821 W Independence Dr. Springfield MO 65802 on Sunday morning at 8:30 and 10:00 or our Event Center at 6448 State Highway EE Springfield MO 65802 on Sunday morning at 10:00 and 11:30 or Thursday evening at 6:00pm with dinner served. You may also join us live online at https://www.facebook.com/sacrivercowboychurch or https://www.youtube.com/sacrivercowboychurch
