Matthew 6:33 - Put Jesus First and All These Things Will Be Added.
Matthew 6:33 (NKJV) But seek first the
kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these
things shall be added to you.
Matthew 6:33 (NLT) Seek the Kingdom of God
above all else, and live righteously, and he will
give you everything you need.
COMMENTARY PEARL
When I was a young mother, there was
always too much to do and too little time in which
to do it. Between working, cleaning the house,
running errands, cooking, doing the laundry, taking
the children to their activities, and shopping,
as well as being a wife and mother, I was
always busy. I just didnt have much time for
Jesus. I felt like a gerbil running inside a wheel,
constantly running but never going anywhere. I was
overwhelmed and frustrated. On Sundays, I was either too
tired or too busy to go to church.
But as much as I loved my family,
friends, and hectic life, I knew there was something
missing. One night, feeling tired and empty, I
reached out to Jesus. I knew that He needed to be a
priority. It was time to make changes in my life. Dear
Jesus, I will put you first. Please give me peace.
I cant do this without you, I prayed. The
next morning, I began the day with a prayer. I
listened to worship music on the radio. I realized
that Jesus wouldnt mind if I was washing
dishes, cleaning the house, or driving while I
prayed. He just wanted me to talk to Him. I began
reading my Bible and devotionals more. We quit
skipping church. My schedule was still busy. I had a
lot of responsibilities, but Jesus was by my
side.
Busyness can get in the way of spending
time with Jesus. He longs for a relationship with
us. He wants to lead us, guide us, and flood our
lives with His grace and mercy. That only happens
when we are in His presence, soaking up His love.
by Katie Minter Jones
Faith Step: Spend time in Jesuss
presence today. Make Him your priority. [Mornings
With Jesus 2020 Devotional by Guideposts and
Zondervan]
LINK FOR FURTHER STUDY ON THIS PASSAGE
Matthew 6:33 - Jesus Is The Answer To Worry.
http://www.abible.com/devotions/2020/20200816-1128.html
YOUR COMMENTS
If anyone has a paraphrase, commentary or
testimony on this passage of Scripture, either
personal or otherwise, I would be interested in
hearing from you. Thanks in advance and let's keep
uplifting Jesus that all might be drawn to Him. Fred
Gibbs
LINKS WORTH CHECKING OUT
Most Important Decision in Life:
http://www.youtube.com/embed/WGnEuGwvXqU?rel=0
A Man without Equal by Bill Bright:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NiVa7UoruIo
Seeking God Made Real:
http://vimeo.com/31489782
Prayer Made Real:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tc8VdMV26VE
Importance of Choice:
http://creationhealth.com/CREATION-Health/Choice [click on video]
Medical Seminar on Healthful Living by David
DeRose, MD, MPH:
https://www.smartlifestyletv.com/lifestart
LINKS FOR BIBLE STUDIES
Lifting Up Jesus Bible Studies:
http://www.liftingupjesus.net/
Amazing Facts Bible Studies:
http://www.amazingfacts.org/bible-study/bible-study-guides.aspx
Hope Awakens Bible Study Guides:
https://www.hopeawakens.study/lesson-header;id=2
Glow Tract Video Bible Studies:
http://www.bibleresearch.info/
LINKS FOR BIBLE PROPHECY SEMINARS
Unlocking Bible Prophecies by Cami Oetman of
Adventist World Radio (currently live):
https://bible.awr.org/the-warning/
Hope Awakens by John Bradshaw of IIW:
https://itiswritten.tv/programs/hope-awakens
The Last Day of Prophecy by Pastor Doug
Batchelor:
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLmGvdtMCf1aJTiC59-lPtuUMEq_uEn0BK
Prophecies Decoded by Pastor Ron Clouzet:
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1A435C5373550657