Matthew 6 - 3.21.25

Scripture: ‭‭Matthew‬ ‭6‬:‭33‬-‭34‬ ‭NIV

“But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well. Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own.”

Observations:

Jesus is teaching many foundational principals in this passage.  He tells them to not practice righteousness for show by giving, praying and fasting in secret. He tells them to store treasures in Heaven and not earth.  Then He says, “Therefore I tell you do not worry about your life ….” and things like clothes and food. God knows you need them.  Because of all God has done, we need to seek His Kingdom and Righteousness first and ALL these things will be given to us.  Jesus closes with repeating not to worry. 

Application:

The world, especially media, feeds us reasons to worry, but we have a hope that goes beyond their understanding. God will provide all we need and even the desires of our hearts. “Take delight in the Lord, and he will give you the desires of your heart.” Psalms‬ ‭37‬:‭4‬ ‭NIV‬‬ . Therefore, there is no reason to worry. In fact, we should be doing the opposite!  We should be rejoicing that we have a God who loves us and paid the ultimate price for our salvation. He will provide for us. We are His children. 

I am grateful for this reminder to Seek God’s Kingdom and righteousness first and not worry about tomorrow. He has it all in His hands. 

Prayer:

Lord, Thank you that you are an all-knowing Father. You have a purpose for my life and give me a hope and a future.  When challenges come, help me seek you first. I want to remember your kingdom is powerful and no matter what, to look to be like you in responding righteously. As I do this, I will become more like you and you will be glorified. 

Thank you for your grace and mercy to walk through today and the reminder to not worry about tomorrow.  Amen

- Cindy Howard