Matthew 6:33-34
“33 But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well. 34 Therefore, do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own.”
Life has a way of pulling our attention in a dozen different directions at once. Bills to pay. Decisions to make. Problems to solve. Futures to plan. It’s easy — almost natural — to slip into a pattern where we chase solutions, comfort, or control first, and then turn to God once we’ve exhausted every other option.
But Jesus invites us into a different way of living. A freer way. A better way.
“Seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things will be added to you.”
This isn’t just a verse to memorize — it’s a perspective to live from.
Jesus flips our instinctive priorities upside down. Instead of scrambling to fix life and then asking God to bless our efforts, He calls us to start with Him. Seek first. Not second. Not eventually. Not when things get bad enough.
When God becomes our first pursuit, everything else finds its proper place.
Seeking God’s Kingdom Means Aligning Our Desires
Seeking God’s kingdom isn’t about adding more religious activity to our schedule. It’s about aligning our hearts with His purposes. It’s asking:
What does God want in this situation
What reflects His character
What advances His kingdom, not just my comfort
When we seek His kingdom first, our desires begin to shift. Our decisions become clearer. Our priorities become healthier. Our lives become more centered.
Jesus follows His command to “seek first” with a reminder not to worry about tomorrow. Why? Because worry is a thief. It drags our minds into a future we can’t control and blinds us to God’s presence in the present.
Worry says, “What if…?” Trust says, “Even if… God is faithful.”
Seeking first means choosing trust over anxiety — not because life is easy, but because God is near.
God Promises Provision When We Prioritize His Purposes
Jesus doesn’t promise a life free from challenges, but He does promise this: When we put God first, He takes responsibility for the rest. “…and all these things will be added to you.”
He knows what we need. He sees what we lack. He cares about what weighs on us.
Provision follows priority.
“Seek first” isn’t a one-time decision — it’s a rhythm. A posture. A daily re-centering of our hearts.
Some days it feels natural. Other days, it feels like a battle. But every day, it’s worth it.
When we seek God first, we don’t just reorder our priorities — we renew our perspective. We begin to see life through the lens of His kingdom, not our chaos.
Reflection Questions
What do you tend to seek first when life feels uncertain?
What would it look like to seek God’s kingdom in your schedule, finances, or relationships?
Where is God inviting you to trust Him instead of worry?
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