Seek First
Date: January 1, 2026
Scripture Reading: Matthew 6:33
“But seek first His kingdom and His righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well.”
At the start of a new year, many people think about goals, plans, and priorities. Jesus speaks directly into moments like this, reminding us that what we seek first determines how everything else unfolds. He does not say to seek comfort, security, or success before anything else. He says to seek God’s kingdom and His righteousness first.
Seeking God’s kingdom means orienting our lives around His rule, His values, and His purposes. It is choosing to let God shape our decisions, desires, and direction. Seeking His righteousness means pursuing a life that reflects His character — trusting Him to form our hearts rather than striving to control outcomes on our own.
Jesus offers a promise alongside this command. When God comes first, everything else finds its place. This does not mean life becomes effortless or free from challenge, but it does mean we are no longer driven by anxiety or fear. God knows what we need, and He is faithful to provide as we walk in obedience and trust.
As a new year begins, this verse invites us to reset our focus. Before plans are finalized and routines are set, Jesus calls us to anchor our lives in what matters most. When we seek Him first, our steps become clearer, our hearts steadier, and our lives aligned with eternal purpose.
Main Takeaways
- What we seek first shapes the direction of our lives.
- God’s kingdom and righteousness are meant to be our highest priority.
- When God comes first, He faithfully provides what we need.
Cross-Referencing Scriptures
- Proverbs 3:5-6: “Trust in the Lord with all your heart…”
- Colossians 3:1-2: “Set your hearts on things above…”
- Psalm 37:4: “Delight yourself in the Lord…”
Begin this year by seeking God first. Place His kingdom at the center of your decisions, trust Him with what you cannot control, and walk forward confident that He will provide exactly what you need as you follow Him.