But seek first the kingdom of God and his righteousness and all these things will be added to you.

- Matthew 6:33

What is on your mind today? Is there something weighing heavily on your heart?

Whatever it is, God wants you to know you are not alone. Turn to Him first and ask Him for His direction. Ask Him for His help. You can trust Him. He wants your whole heart. He wants your trust.

When we allow worry to consume our thoughts we only hurt ourselves. We become ineffective because we cease to trust Him.

Instead, we are trusting in ourselves and our strength. To truly seek first the kingdom of God, we must seek to obey God in everything.

What things are competing for your attention today? Is it a person? Or maybe, it’s a goal, a hobby, or a job.

Many things vie for our time each day. But Jesus wants our hearts. He desires time with us. Embrace Him today. Bring Him into your pain, your daily tasks, your joys, your highs, and lows.

Ask Him to help you seek Him first. You will be so glad you did.

With Love,
Sherry Shepherd

Use This in Your Personalized Scripture Journal

As you reflect on Matthew 6:33, take time to write through these prompts:

·       What currently has first place in my heart?

·       Am I prioritizing God’s kingdom in my decisions?

·       Where do I struggle to trust His provision?

·       What distractions are pulling my focus away from Him?

·       What is one practical way I can seek Him first this week?

Jesus invites us to reorder our priorities. When we place God’s kingdom first, everything else falls into proper alignment. Trust replaces striving. Peace replaces anxiety.

Use this space to write a prayer asking God to help you seek Him first in your thoughts, time, and decisions.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Matthew 6:33 mean?
It teaches that believers should prioritize God’s kingdom and righteousness above earthly concerns.

Does this mean I should ignore responsibilities?
No. It means your responsibilities should be guided by a kingdom-first perspective.

What does “seek first” look like practically?
Daily prayer, Scripture reading, obedience, generosity, and aligning decisions with God’s will.

Will God truly provide if I trust Him?
This verse promises that when we prioritize Him, He faithfully cares for our needs.

How can journaling help me reorder my priorities?
Writing reveals what is actually consuming your thoughts and helps redirect focus.