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I greet you in Jesus' precious name! It is Sunday morning, the 23rd of August, 2026, and this is your friend, Angus Buchan, with a thought for the day. We start in the Book of Exodus 20:3:“You shall have no other gods before Me.” Then we go to Matthew 19:22:”But when the young man heard that saying, he went away sorrowful, for he had great possessions.” Nothing must come before the sovereignty of God, Jesus first all the time! A man by the name of Guthrie wrote something which I thought was quite challenging. He says, ”If you find yourself beginning to love any pleasure better than your prayers, any book better than your Bible, any house better than God's house, any table better than the Lord's table, any person better than your Saviour, anyone better than your soul, a present indulgence better than the hope of Heaven, take alarm.” Folks, that really, really rocked me. Now you see the rich young ruler said to Jesus, "I obey all the commandments, right from when I was a young boy.” But Jesus said to him, "Give away all your riches and come and follow after Me.” The Bible says he couldn't do it, he walked away because his riches, his possessions, were worth more to him than following Jesus.I remember a minister telling me many years ago that he believed that Jesus was standing, looking at him, with tears running down His face because that young man was on his way to hell. I also believe, and so did that minister, that if he had said, ”Lord, I will follow You,” the Lord would have given him back all his riches. The Lord doesn't need your riches, my friend. He doesn't need my riches. He doesn't need your reputation, He doesn't need my reputation. He needs us, and today let us take note of anything in our lives. The Lord says in Matthew 6:33:”But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you.” He doesn't want to spoil your life. No, He wants to give you life abundantly. That's what He said in John 10:10. Today, let's put Jesus first and then He will ensure that we get the rest.God bless you and goodbye.

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Pastor Lynne Frew brings us the first week of our new series Jesus, First in Everything. In this message we dive deep into the first chapter of Colossians. Feel free to follow us on any of the socials below or find out more about us at our website. Have a blessed week. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thrivechurchNZ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thrivechurch.nz/?hl=en YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrT8-aRXG7I-XEKbN6sdmNg Website: https://www.thrivechurch.co.nz/

Pastor Glen Fraser brings us the second week of our new series Jesus, First in Everything. In this message we dive deep into the second chapter of Colossians. Feel free to follow us on any of the socials below or find out more about us at our website. Have a blessed week. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thrivechurchNZ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thrivechurch.nz/?hl=en YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrT8-aRXG7I-XEKbN6sdmNg Website: https://www.thrivechurch.co.nz/

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What does it mean to make Jesus your number one priority? Join us on this exciting episode of Fish Bytes for Kids as we discover why having a personal relationship with Jesus Christ is the most important choice a person can make. Through storytelling, Bible-based lessons, and kid-friendly adventures, children will learn how to love Jesus, talk to Him in prayer, trust Him every day, and follow Him wherever He leads. Inspired by Matthew 6:33, this episode teaches that when they seek God's kingdom first, He helps guide every part of their lives. Perfect for Christian families, homeschoolers, children's ministries, and Sunday School classes, Fish Bytes for Kids helps listeners grow in faith, develop strong Christian character, and learn practical ways to put Jesus first at home, at school, and with friends. Key Bible Verse: Matthew 6:33 — "Seek first His kingdom and His righteousness." Tune in and discover why Jesus is the best friend, leader, and Savior a child or tween could ever have! Christian podcast for kids, Bible stories for children, Jesus first, kids devotional, Christian family podcast, Matthew 6:33 for kids, faith-building activities, children's ministry resources, Christian character lessons, relationship with Jesus Christ.

Associate Pastor Ron King continues our series on Mark.What do you do when you realize your plans and God's plans aren't the same thing? Because that's exactly where Peter lands in Mark 8. He finally gets it right by calling Jesus the Messiah. And then Jesus tells him what that actually means: suffering, rejection, and death. Peter can't handle it, so he pulls Jesus aside and basically tells God he's wrong.Jesus doesn't let that slide. "Get behind me, Satan," he says. Because sometimes the biggest obstacle to following Jesus isn't unbelief — it's holding onto our own good plans a little too tight.Here's what it actually costs to follow Jesus, and why letting go of your version of the plan is the best trade you'll ever make.Thank you for listening to this message from Northwest Hills Community Church in Corvallis, Oregon, on July 5, 2026, at 10:30am. You can find us online at ⁠nwhills.com⁠.Key Moments(00:00) Welcome(1:05) Message: What Do I Do When My Plans Aren't God's Plans?(2:53) America First, Jesus First, and Entering Mark 8(4:55) When Your Plans and God's Plans Aren't the Same(8:09) Reading Mark 8:27-38(11:04) Peter's Confession and Jesus' Sharp Rebuke(22:15) Denying Yourself: Discipleship Isn't About You(32:08) Bonhoeffer's Costly Grace(44:57) Journal Questions to Close

WHY MAKE JESUS FIRST IN YOUR LIFE?1) JESUS SHOWS US GOD Colossians 1:15-17 NIV DO YOU BELIEVE WHAT JESUS SAID?2) JESUS BRINGS PEACE THROUGH THE CROSS Colossians 1:18-20 NIVHAVE YOU RECEIVED HIS PEACE AND MERCY?3) JESUS CHANGES US FOREVER Colossians 1:21-23,27 NIV

What does it mean to make Jesus your number one priority? Join us on this exciting episode of Adventures:  Bible Truths in Action as we discover why having a personal relationship with Jesus Christ is the most important choice a person can make.Through storytelling, Bible-based lessons, and kid-friendly adventures, kids and tweens will learn how to love Jesus, talk to Him in prayer, trust Him every day, and follow Him wherever He leads. Inspired by Matthew 6:33, this episode teaches kids and tweens that when they seek God's kingdom first, He helps guide every part of their lives.Perfect for Christian families, homeschoolers, children's ministries, and Sunday School classes, Adventures:  Bible Truths in Action helps listeners grow in faith, develop strong Christian character, and learn practical ways to put Jesus first at home, at school, and with friends.Key Bible Verse: Matthew 6:33 — "Seek first His kingdom and His righteousness."Tune in and discover why Jesus is the best friend, leader, and Savior a child or tween could ever have!SEO Keywords: Christian podcast for kids, Bible stories for children, Jesus first, kids devotional, Christian family podcast, Matthew 6:33 for kids, faith-building activities, children's ministry resources, Christian character lessons, relationship with Jesus Christ.

Title: Jesus First Miracle Passage: John 2:1-11 Speaker: Brother Warren Whitby Listen/watch us live on Rumble: https://rumble.com/user/ODBaptist Don't forget to share and subscribe Listen/watch us on sermons at https://www.sermonaudio.com/source_detail.asp?sourceid=odbaptist Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Open-Door-115705998459103 1128 Oates Road Prattville, AL 36066 United States

Paul teaches that Jesus is the foundation and template upon which everything has been made. He is first and went first to secure our salvation through the cross. The first and foundational core value of Devonport Church of Christ is 'Jesus First'. 

Bishop Gruss explains devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus and connects the upcoming consecration of the U.S. and the Diocese of Saginaw to the Sacred Heart with the nation's need for healing. Bishop Gruss emphasizes how Christ's love is the antidote for wounds, division and anxiety.

I greet you in Jesus' precious name! It is Monday morning, the 11th of May, 2026, and this is your friend, Angus Buchan, with a thought for today. We start in the Book of Deuteronomy 4:24: “For the Lord your God is a consuming fire, a jealous God.” Then we go to the New Testament, to the Book of Matthew 22:37: “Jesus said to him, ‘You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart, with all your soul, and with all your mind.' ” This is straightforward, and it is very serious. The Lord says, “There is no other God but Me.” We cannot serve any other god and expect to serve the Lord Jesus Christ as well. I want to say something very seriously this morning. We must never tease God. Do you know what I mean? I mean if you get a young man and a young lady and they go out, and the young lady thinks that if she teases her boyfriend, then he will love her more, or even more seriously, a husband and wife - if the husband starts to look around and play the fool with another woman and then think that his wife will love him more, it actually works in the opposite. It puts a wedge and a division of mistrust in their relationship.Now, the same thing applies with the Lord. The Lord says, “There will be no other gods but Me.” And we need to understand that. I want to ask you a question. Is there any other god that you know of who has died for his people? No, there is no other god, only Jesus Christ who came to earth, He died for our sins that we might be saved. Now, the least we can do is put Him as the most important Person in our lives.I want to tell you, as I am getting older, each day I love Him more intensely. When I think of what He has done for a wretched soul like me. That is why John Newton could write that wonderful hymn, Amazing Grace: “I once was lost but now I am found, was blind but now I see.” Today, understand one thing. There is no second, third or fourth god in your life. It has to be Jesus Christ, Him, first and foremost, and then secondly, your loved one, your wife, your husband, your child, but Jesus first.God bless you as you put Him first in your life today.Goodbye

Teacher: Rob Zimmermann Download Sermon Notes  Watch Episode Give Online: http://westgatechapel.org/give Chapters (00:00:00) - He Changed My Life(00:04:27) - Wonders of the Westgate Chapel(00:11:42) - It's Only by the Blood(00:18:15) - Junior Bible Quiz(00:21:31) - Time of offering(00:23:28) - "First Things First"(00:26:16) - Celebrating 22 People Who Put Jesus First(00:27:59) - Meet the Kids Who Are Baptized(00:30:39) - Jesus Made a Difference in My Story(00:33:42) - Tell Everybody in Here What Did Jesus Do For You(00:36:38) - What Jesus Did For You(00:37:14) - Six Students Get Baptized(00:40:08) - Getting baptized at church(00:41:49) - Noah and Paiza(00:42:15) - Baptism for Kids(00:45:18) - Baptist Kids Get baptized(00:46:20) - Five High Schoolers Get Baptized(00:51:37) - 13 Amazing Stories of Being Baptized Again(00:57:29) - A baptism for the first time(01:01:57) - Praise the One Who Broke My Chains and Bought My Freedom(01:13:09) - A New Year's Celebration with Baptists

What does it mean to truly invest in the next generation? In this powerful message, Jacob unpacks what it looks like to have strong, available, and faithful shoulders for the young people around you — using a simple but unforgettable moment of lifting his son up to a basketball hoop as the entry point.Drawing from 1 Timothy 4:12, Mark 10, and Matthew 11, this sermon explores three types of shoulders the next generation needs from us: strong shoulders that call them up, faith shoulders that make room for them to encounter Jesus, and shoulders yoked to Jesus that are healed and formed through intimacy with God.You'll be challenged to reflect on the condition of your own heart — whether life's circumstances have made it old, hardened, or guarded — and invited to receive rest and renewal from Jesus before you pour into others.Whether you're a parent, teacher, coach, pastor, or mentor, this message is for anyone who wants to leave a legacy that goes beyond what they accumulate and extends to who they lift up.Big Idea: True legacy is not what you leave behind — it's who you lift up.0:00 - Introduction: Basketball, Kids & Lifting Them Up 1:55 - The Bigger Picture: Standing on Someone Else's Shoulders 2:38 - Big Idea: True Legacy Is Who You Lift Up3:54 - Biblical Examples of Passing the Torch 4:40 - Strong Shoulders: Call the Next Generation Up 5:03 - Paul's Letter to Timothy (1 Timothy 4:12) 6:39 - Correction With Calling vs. Correction That Crushes 7:02 - Practical Challenge: Speak Life Over Someone Younger 8:18 - Faith Shoulders: Make Room for the Next Generation 8:36 - Jesus and the Children (Mark 10) 10:19 - The Kingdom of God Belongs to Such as These 10:37 - Has Life Made Your Heart Old? 11:25 - Young at Heart: A Story From the Bahamas 13:43 - Wonder, Trust & the Childlike Kingdom of God 14:36 - Receiving From the Father vs. Achieving for the Father 16:26 - LVC Kids: Discipling, Not Babysitting 17:22 - Honoring Teachers: Your Influence Changes Legacies 18:23 - Youth Ministry & Creating Belonging for Teenagers19:41 - Strong Shoulders Must Be Yoked to Jesus 20:03 - Your Shoulders Are Only as Strong as Your Intimacy With God 20:52 - For Those Who Never Had Shoulders to Stand On 21:45 - Jesus Invites the Weary to Come (Matthew 11) 24:05 - Jesus Wants to Work In You, Not Just Through You 25:33 - Why Daily Time With God Matters 28:17 - Whatever Is Forming You Will Flow Through You 29:19 - We Pass Down What We Carry 30:12 - Jesus Wants to Be Part of Your Life, Not Just Use It 30:44 - Let Jesus Heal Your Shoulders 31:27 - Altar Call: Bringing Your Tired, Wounded Shoulders to Jesus 32:07 - Come to Simon (Coming to Jesus First) 32:43 - Closing PrayerSupport the showMade a decision to follow Jesus? We want to know about it! Fill out our connect card here: https://local.churchcenter.com/people/forms/115766Thank you for your generosity. For information on how to give, visit https://localvineyard.church/give.

This week we continue our series, "Live in Peace." Join us as we learn that we must keep our eyes on Jesus first.

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In Ezra 3, the people of God gather to rebuild the Temple. Despite their fears, they prioritize God's presence and are able to finish the altar to consecrate themselves back to God. But some are disappointed. Rather than looking ahead to what God might do, they looked back to compare their current situation with their preferred past. As we continue to build our future, we want to prioritize Jesus and His presence, even when facing fear or disappointment. Being “Jesus-First” means we give, pray, serve, and worship for God's presence alone, not our progress.

In Ezra 3, the people of God gather to rebuild the Temple. Despite their fears, they prioritize God's presence and are able to finish the altar to consecrate themselves back to God. But some are disappointed. Rather than looking ahead to what God might do, they looked back to compare their current situation with their preferred past. As we continue to build our future, we want to prioritize Jesus and His presence, even when facing fear or disappointment. Being “Jesus-First” means we give, pray, serve, and worship for God's presence alone, not our progress.

If we're looking to Jesus for the light, does he cover politics too? Tune in to The Public Square® today to hear more. Topic: Faith in Culture The Public Square® with host Dave Zanotti thepublicsquare.com Air Date: Wednesday, April 15, 2026

In this message, we are called to love one another as a “Jesus First” church. This means our highest loyalty is to His command to love, rising above our political parties and cultural tribes. We can do this by engaging in both personal and interpersonal practices. Personally, empowered by the Holy Spirit, we develop the capacity to love, the character to endure, and the spiritual "muscle" to follow Jesus. Interpersonally, we treat the neighbor, the stranger, and the enemy with the love we have cultivated personally. Love actually "works”: it is effective, it heals, and it changes things where politics and coercion fail. But love is also "work”: it requires the interpersonal practices of the Jesus Way. Who will we choose to love at NBCC?

You've probably been there. A friend posts something. You see it. Your jaw tightens. You want to say something. And then something in you breaks loose and you do.Pastor Emil and Mike Hughes talk through what happens when politics starts costing you the people who matter. Emil shares the moment a heated Facebook thread with a fellow pastor made him realize he was treating his faith like ammunition and his friends like targets. The politics was loud. The gospel was nowhere in sight.They dig into what it actually looks like to humanize someone you think is wrong, why both sides of the aisle have reduced real people to caricatures, and how staying in relationship across disagreement might be the most countercultural thing a Christian can do right now.This is not about surrendering conviction. It's about remembering who you're supposed to be before the next news cycle hits.The Jesus First. Politics Second. 21-day workbook is built for exactly this kind of moment. Want to be part of the launch community? Send Pastor Emil a message at jesusissweeter@gmail.com.Catch every conversation in the Jesus First, Politics Second playlist.Looking to take God's mission more seriously? Check out Pastor Emil's book: https://a.co/d/03mRODt3Have kids? Check out the children's book series: https://a.co/d/0c5TRWrl#JesusFirst #PoliticsSecond #j1p2 #JesusFirstPoliticsSecond #PoliticalDetox #FaithAndPolitics #ChristianLiving #PoliticalExhaustion #OutrageCulture #LostFriendship #FaithOverFear #SpiritualGrowth #PastorEmil #ChristianPodcast #GodisinControl#sweetjesus #tasteandseethatthelordisgood #addictedtosocialmedia #addictedtopolitics #democrats #republicans #faith #jesus #thinksmall #serenityprayer #godsgotthis #Godsmission #evangelism #sobriety #selfcontrol #brokenrelationships #personalgrowth #NewsAddiction #SpiritualDisciplines #PoliticalExhaustion #ChristianLiving #FaithAndPolitics #ShareTheGospel #PastorEmil

...So then Faith comes by hearing, and hearing by the Word of God, Romans 10:17 (KJV)

Pastor Scott Hooks

Connecting the dots: Pastor Abs Niblock looks at the challenge of trying to make sense of what happens in our daily lives from God's perspective.Scriptures:John 3:16, Acts 16:16-40, 1 Corinthians 13:12, Matthew 6:25-34, Romans 8:18-28, Ephesians 2:19-22

This Sunday at Living Hope Fellowship, Pastor Derek continued our study through Colossians, preaching from Colossians 1:15–23. The message centered on a powerful truth: nothing and no one can come before or beside Jesus. In this passage, we see that Jesus is not simply important—He is preeminent. He is fully God, the One through whom and for whom all things were created, and the One who is redeeming all of creation. Pastor Derek walked through three key truths about Christ: • Jesus is God • We were created by Jesus and for Jesus • Jesus is redeeming creation We were also reminded that: Jesus is first Jesus went first Jesus must be put first The sermon concluded with three important questions for reflection: • Is Jesus important in my life, or is He truly first? • What gets my first and my best? • Am I listening to and obeying Jesus? As we continue through Colossians, this message challenges us to examine whether Christ truly holds the central place in our lives.

This Sunday at Living Hope Fellowship, Pastor Derek continued our study through Colossians, preaching from Colossians 1:15–23. The message centered on a powerful truth: nothing and no one can come before or beside Jesus. In this passage, we see that Jesus is not simply important—He is preeminent. He is fully God, the One through whom and for whom all things were created, and the One who is redeeming all of creation. Pastor Derek walked through three key truths about Christ: • Jesus is God • We were created by Jesus and for Jesus • Jesus is redeeming creation We were also reminded that: Jesus is first Jesus went first Jesus must be put first The sermon concluded with three important questions for reflection: • Is Jesus important in my life, or is He truly first? • What gets my first and my best? • Am I listening to and obeying Jesus? As we continue through Colossians, this message challenges us to examine whether Christ truly holds the central place in our lives.

This Sunday, Pastor Derek continued our study through the book of Colossians with a message titled “The Why to Our What” from Colossians 1:1–14. The central truth was clear: Christ must be preeminent in our faith. Big Idea: Christ must be preeminent for our faith to be relevant. Walking verse by verse through the opening of Colossians, we were reminded that: When Christ is preeminent, the believer has identity (Col. 1:1–2, 14) When Christ is preeminent, the gospel has power (Col. 1:3–8) When Christ is preeminent, life has meaning (Col. 1:9–11) When Jesus is preeminent, worship gets real (Col. 1:12–14) Everything in the Christian life flows from keeping Jesus first. This message calls us back to the foundation of our faith—making Christ not just present, but prominent in every area of our lives. If you missed Sunday, we invite you to listen and be encouraged.

This Sunday, Pastor Derek continued our study through the book of Colossians with a message titled “The Why to Our What” from Colossians 1:1–14. The central truth was clear: Christ must be preeminent in our faith. Big Idea: Christ must be preeminent for our faith to be relevant. Walking verse by verse through the opening of Colossians, we were reminded that: When Christ is preeminent, the believer has identity (Col. 1:1–2, 14) When Christ is preeminent, the gospel has power (Col. 1:3–8) When Christ is preeminent, life has meaning (Col. 1:9–11) When Jesus is preeminent, worship gets real (Col. 1:12–14) Everything in the Christian life flows from keeping Jesus first. This message calls us back to the foundation of our faith—making Christ not just present, but prominent in every area of our lives. If you missed Sunday, we invite you to listen and be encouraged.

Building spiritual depth in our lives with Pastor Dave Niblock.Scriptures:Matthew 23:1-7, Matthew 23:25-28

View from the pew: Pastor Josh Thomas speaks to Rachel, Amira, Ruben and Mike about what putting Jesus first has meant for them in their lives.

In this final message based on Frank Viola's "Hang On, Let Go: What to Do When Your Dreams Are Shattered and Life Is Falling Apart" (Carol Stream, IL: Tyndale Momentum, 2021) Pastor Dan reminds us the crisis you're walking through isn't meant to destroy you—it's meant to transform you. God isn't trying to get you back to "normal." Normal is what got you here. He's the Architect of your crisis, and He's been working toward an "End Result" all along: making Jesus first in every area of your life. Romans 8:28-30 isn't just a comfort verse—it's your roadmap. The "good" God is working toward isn't a better job or easier circumstances. It's conforming you to the image of His Son. Version 1.0 of you relied on self-control and panic. Version 2.0 reflects the character and peace of Jesus. You can't move forward while clutching the past. Philippians 3:13-14 calls us to forget what lies behind and strain toward what's ahead. The prize isn't a problem-free life—it's Christ in you, the hope of glory. This week, ask yourself: "If Jesus is truly first in this situation, what's my very next move?"  

What does it mean to put Jesus first in our decisions? with Pastor Josh Thomas.Scriptures (All ESV except Isaiah 43:1 in NIV):John 21:1 - 14, John 21:3, John 21:5, Isaiah 43:1, John 21:5, 2 Corinthians 12:8-10, John 21:6, John 21:7

At the table: Pastor Dave Niblock looks at how the disciples spent time at the table with Jesus, discussing 6 themes we can take into our own relational lives - Our love for each otherOur encouragement for each other Our giving to each otherOur challenge to each otherOur trust in each otherOur shared mission Scriptures:Matthew 26:17-30, John 13:34-35, 1 Thessalonians 5:11, 1 John 3:17-18, hebrews 13:16, Matthew 26:26-28, Acts 2:42-47

As you move through each day, perhaps just “mowing the lawn,” as CS Lewis observes, do you not sense deep inside there has to be more to life than just keeping the lawn – your life - looking nice?

Continuing our series called I Have Decided, Pastor Adam teaches on seeking God above all else in our lives.

Continuing our series called I Have Decided, Pastor Adam teaches on seeking God above all else in our lives.

Are you prioritizing what matters most? In this message, Pastor Nate Nupanga challenges to put Jesus at the center of your life and see how everything else will fall into their rightful place.

Christmas reminds us that Jesus often shows up in ways we don't expect. Many of us struggle with faith not because we doubt God's existence, but because He hasn't met the expectations we placed on Him. This message invites us to lay down those expectations and discover who Jesus truly is—and why that changes everything.

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It's the second week of Advent! Today we are continuing our Advent series: "Between Two Advents". Speaker: Pastor Mark Posthuma Connect with us online: Website LinkTree Facebook Instagram

I greet you in Jesus' precious name! It is Thursday morning, the 20th of November, 2025, and this is your friend, Angus Buchan, with a thought for today.We go straight to the Gospel of Matthew 6:33. Jesus says: ”But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you.” What a beautiful scripture! Seek first the kingdom. First thing in the morning, that's the time, seek the face of the Lord. Get your directions for the day, and then you will have a pleasant, successful and peaceful day.John Bunyan was the man who wrote the fantastic book called “The Pilgrim's Progress”. They say it's maybe the most read book of all time, next to the Bible itself. A beautiful story. He spent most of his life in jail because of his stand for Jesus Christ. Now he says, and I quote, ”He who runs from God in the morning will scarcely find Him the rest of the day.” Basically, if you don't have a quiet time in the morning, you will never catch up right through the day. Come on, let's be honest. We need to change those principles now, and we need to put Jesus first every morning and then the rest of the day will go well. Seek ye first the kingdom of God, And His righteousness, And all these things shall beAdded unto you. Halleluh, Hallelujah. Halleluja, Halleluja,Halleluja, Halleluh, Halleluja.Jesus bless you and have a wonderful day,Goodbye.

In Matthew 6:33, Jesus says we are to seek God, but he goes on to say that we are to seek him “first.” This is a matter of priority. We all seek something. We might seek opportunity, position, resources, and open doors. We could seek pleasure, enjoyment, comfort, success, and fulfillment. We might seek friendship, family, and connection. We all seek something, but Jesus said that for those who would follow him, we must seek God and his kingdom first.Main Points:1. To seek is to pursue, to look for, to desire to obtain, and to discover. 2. Today is a good day to ask ourselves some important questions: Is Jesus in first place in our lives? In all of our seeking, are we seeking God first? Is there practical, everyday evidence that we are putting God first in our lives?3. Your life and mine are filled with worry. We live with a certain amount of anxiety about our needs being met. Let's focus on this powerful promise from Jesus. If we begin to seek God first in our lives, God is faithful to meet all of our needs.Today's Scripture Verses:Matthew 6:33 - “Seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well.”1 Chronicles 22:19 - “Now set your mind and heart to seek the Lord your God.”Colossians 3:1-2 - “If then you have been raised with Christ, seek the things that are above, where Christ is, seated at the right hand of God. Set your minds on things that are above, not on things that are on earth.”Jeremiah 29:13 says, “You will seek me and find me when you seek me with all your heart.”Psalm 34:10 - “…those who seek the Lord lack no good thing.”Quick Links:Donate to support this podcastLeave a review on Apple PodcastsGet a copy of The 5 Minute Discipleship JournalConnect on SocialJoin The 5 Minute Discipleship Facebook Group