07/07/2025
"Seek First the Kingdom"
By: The Column Girl
Matthew 6:33 — "But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you."
We live in a world where it's easy to scroll more than we seek. Hours slip by as we check updates, watch videos, and refresh feeds. Our phones promise connection, entertainment, and distraction—but too often, they steal our focus from the One who truly satisfies.
Jesus didn’t say, “Seek first your notifications,” or “Seek first what's trending.” He told us to seek His Kingdom first—to make knowing Him and following Him our top priority. That doesn’t mean we can’t enjoy technology, but it does mean our hearts must be anchored in Him, not in a screen.
Imagine what might change if we opened our Bibles as quickly as we open our apps. If we paused to pray before we posted. If we started our days not with likes, but with the love of our Savior.
He promises that when we put Him first, everything else falls into place—not always perfectly, but purposefully.
Reflection:
Ask yourself today: Am I giving God my first and best, or just what's left after screen time? What can I put down to pick up more of Him?
Prayer:
Lord, help me to seek You first—before the noise, before the news, before the world. Teach me to set my eyes on You and to fill my heart with what matters most. Amen.