Day 6: What Are You Chasing?
Scripture
But seek first the kingdom of God and his righteousness, and all these things will be added to you.
Matthew 6:33
Devotion
Whoever you and whatever you do, God has put in the heart of us all a desire to live for something greater. We long to lay hold of a vision, a purpose, a work that gives meaning to our lives. Many of us seek to fill that void with relationships, entertainment, acquiring wealth, creating comfort, shopping, addictions, and soo much more. Yet, that deep itch in our Spirits is not satisfied. Because deep in your soul we long to fulfill the call of God on our lives, and the intense desire to be ambassadors for Jesus Christ.
One of the most common pitfalls for us Western Americans is we can get so busy achieving things for God, working the 9-5, so preoccupied with our little world, that we forget about God! We don’t have time to pray, we don’t have time to go to church; in fact, we don’t even have time to stop and make sure all our “good” plans are actually “God” plans and have His blessing on them.
It’s time to stop chasing all the rabbits! If you are feeling worn out, irritated, worried or anxious... then I’m talking to you right now! Remember the Proverb that says, “The blessing of the Lord makes rich, and he adds no sorrow with it” (proverbs 10:22). If you are dealing with the sorrows of a life that is too full “other” things, then guess what? It’s time to clean out your schedule and get back to the only thing that matters: Seeking FIRST the Kingdom of God.
Application
When we are diligent to seek God’s face FIRST, over everything else, then it is amazing how much clarity and rest our hearts can experience. We will begin to see those aspects of our ministry, our business and our home that we’ve allowed to become out of balance, and maybe even notice some exploits that were never God-breathed in the first place. In His presence, He will reveal to us what He has for us to do and to accomplish. And then we must be disciplined to ONLY do those things.
Don’t allow your destiny to be diluted by distraction. Seek the face of God. Allow Him, and Him only, to direct your steps.
Prayer
God, do away with all the distractions. Help me to seek first your kingdom today. Help me to create the habit of feeding on your word and seeking your face in prayer. Help me to KNOW, deep in my soul, that only you can satisfy the deep desires of my heart. I want you Jesus, above anything and everything else. I choose you. And above all, I want to know you and be known by you. As I go into my day, keep this thought fresh on my mind that I will seek FIRST the Kingdom of God. In Jesus name, amen.