Are You Seeking the Right Things?

Scripture

But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well. - Matthew 6:33 (NIV)

Many people spend their lives chasing after “things”—jobs, houses, cars or other material things—rather than making God their top priority. But the truth is, these things will not give the lasting peace and joy most of us really desire. Matthew 6:33 tells us to “seek first the kingdom of God….” And Romans 14:17 says that “the kingdom of God is righteousness and peace and joy in the Holy Spirit.”

Seeking the kingdom simply means to desire God Himself…to crave an intimate relationship with Him. It’s about wanting to know God and not just what He can do for you. There is quite a difference between seeking possessions and seeking God.

Take a moment and ask yourself, “What am I seeking? What do I spend most of my time thinking or talking about? How do I invest the majority of my energy?” I want to encourage you to ask God to help you seek His kingdom first.

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Tip

“Putting God first is a choice. You have to do it deliberately. But it’s a choice that brings greater blessings than you could ever imagine—peace in your heart, joy, fulfillment in life, provision for every need, and every other good thing.”
—Joyce Meyer, Power Thoughts

Study Suggestion

One of the ways you can develop the habit of putting God first is by inviting Him into everything you do before your day gets started. Think about some other practical ways you can put God first in your life and write them out in a journal. Ask God to help you apply them to your life.