Scripture Reading: Matthew 6:19-34
Focus Verse: Matthew 6:33 “Seek the Kingdom of God above all else….”
Jesus
said “Seek the Kingdom of God and His righteousness above everything
else. God’s
Kingdom can never be taken away from those who have put their trust in
Christ. In the Bible reading today, Jesus tells us not to worry about
money and possessions and that He will provide for our needs.
This past week we watched on TV as more than 12,000 homes burned to the
ground here in the US in the state of California. Wildfires spread by
very high winds burned everything in its path, and many also lost their
lives. This was very sad to see. Yes, we need homes to live in. Yes,
we need money to buy things and provide for our families. Yes, it's
important to have an education, but let’s not put these temporary things
above what Jesus has told us is the most important thing.
This
is an important question to ask
yourself. What are you known for? We want to be known for the right
things as children of God because of our relationship with Christ. I
go to Kenya often on missions and people know that I’m the
director of Interlocking Ministries. Most importantly I hope that
people know I’m seeking God's Kingdom. Whatever is important to God is
what should be important to us.
Does
your life reflect the life of a child of God? Many people are known
for their accomplishments. While others are known for material
possessions they have acquired. Maybe it’s large amounts of money, or a
large home that they are known for. Maybe it’s a university education
that some people are known for. But what happens to these people if
these things are taken away? Let's remember that Jesus tells us not to
worry about money and possessions and that He will be everything that we
need because He cares for us.
Bobby Johnson
Interlocking Ministries
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