But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well.
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What are you seeking?
American Christians either, don’t understand how Kingdom citizens live OR don’t really want to.
Near beginning of Jesus’ ministry
Crowds are following him around
In the middle of “Sermon on the Mount”
Vs 33 begins with a contrast word
Jesus expects his followers to REPRIORITIZE their lives.
The priority of a Jesus follower is seeking:
1. God’s Kingdom &
2. God’s Righteousness &
3. Nothing else.
WHAT DOES KINGDOM MEAN?
Kingdom is authority.
When we come to Jesus, he expects us to surrender everything to his authority.
Do we seek God’s authority in our lives, our church, our community?
Do we pray (& mean it), “your Kingdom come?”
Do we truly desire God’s reign over everything?