How could you worship two gods at the same time? You will have to hate one and love the other, or be devoted to one and despise the other. You can’t worship the true God while enslaved to the god of money!

- Matthew 6:24

As our first love, God is also our first and only master. When He is truly #1 in our life, we desire to please Him above all else.

Mindsets, materialistic things, and other people will try to fight for this spot in your life. However, what the world won’t tell you is that if you make anything other than God your master, you will not have freedom, but be enslaved to them.

People pleasing, lusting after fame, success, and exalting man’s opinion over God’s truth are all false masters that will only lead to downfall.

When you refuse to give in to the world’s demands and choose to bow down before God, He will raise you up in freedom.

The desire to serve Him and Him alone is rooted in His unconditional and extravagant love for you. Even the most extravagant pleasures of the world cannot compare to the pleasure of encountering His love and being consumed with His divine presence!

Today, rejoice in being able to serve the King of Kings! In the intimate relationship He has promised you, you will experience things the world would have never deemed possible. When you choose to put Him first and live for Him, you will experience peace and joy beyond your understanding!

With Love,
Sarah Sherstad

As you reflect on Matthew 6:24, use your Personalized Scripture Journal to examine what truly has your heart.

Jesus teaches that we cannot serve two masters. Our loyalty, attention, and affection will always lean toward what we treasure most.

Write through these prompts:

What competes for first place in my life?

Where do I feel spiritually divided?

Am I trusting God fully, or holding something back?

What practical change would reflect deeper devotion?

How can I align my priorities with my desire for relationship with Him?

After reflecting, write a direct and honest prayer:

Confess areas of divided focus.
Ask God to reorder your priorities.
Invite Him to become your central pursuit.

Relationship deepens when devotion becomes intentional. Your journal becomes a mirror, revealing what holds your attention and guiding you back toward wholehearted trust.

Over time, choosing Him consistently strengthens clarity and peace.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Matthew 6:24 mean?
It teaches that divided loyalty is unsustainable. We must choose where our ultimate devotion lies.

What does it mean to serve two masters?
It refers to attempting to prioritize both God and worldly pursuits equally.

Is ambition wrong?
Not necessarily. But when it replaces devotion to God, imbalance occurs.

How can I realign my priorities?
Through intentional prayer, reflection, and daily decisions that reflect trust.

How does journaling help clarify devotion?
Writing reveals hidden attachments and strengthens intentional commitment.

How does this passage build a personal relationship with God?
It calls for wholehearted devotion, which deepens intimacy and trust over time.