Seek God and His Kingdom First with Your Time, Treasure, and Talent
Jesus said in Matthew 6:33, “But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you.” This means that God must be our highest priority in life. Seeking Him first is not just about praying and reading the Bible—it involves dedicating our entire lives, including our time, treasure, and talent, to His purpose.
1. Seeking God with Your Time
Time is one of the most valuable resources we have. How we use it reflects our priorities. Seeking God first means dedicating quality time to Him daily—through prayer, worship, Bible study, and serving others. Instead of giving God the leftover moments of our day, we must intentionally set aside time for Him, just as we schedule important appointments. When we prioritize God in our time, He orders our steps and grants us wisdom to manage our days effectively.
2. Seeking God with Your Treasure
Our financial resources and possessions are gifts from God, and seeking His kingdom first means using them to honor Him. This includes tithing, giving offerings, supporting the needy, and funding kingdom projects. Proverbs 3:9 says, “Honor the Lord with your wealth and with the firstfruits of all your produce.” When we put God first in our finances, we acknowledge Him as our provider, and He blesses us in return.
3. Seeking God with Your Talent
God has given each of us unique abilities and skills, not just for personal success but to glorify Him and advance His kingdom. Whether through singing, teaching, leadership, creativity, or craftsmanship, our talents should be used to serve God and bless others. 1 Peter 4:10 says, “Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others, as faithful stewards of God’s grace.” When we dedicate our abilities to God’s service, He multiplies their impact for His glory.
Conclusion
Seeking God first means surrendering every part of our lives—our time, treasure, and talent—for His purpose. When we prioritize His kingdom, He ensures that every other need in our lives is taken care of. True fulfillment comes when we live with a heart fully devoted to God, using all He has given us to honor Him.