Seek First the Kingdom of God - Steps Towards Eternity Daily Devotional

Seeking God first brings peace and provision. Discover how prioritizing prayer, fasting, and God’s Word leads to a life of abundance and direction.

“But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you.”
— Matthew 6:33 (KJV)

Where Is Your Focus?

Do you ever feel overwhelmed trying to balance everything in life? Work, relationships, responsibilities—it’s easy to get caught up in the pressures of daily living. But Jesus gives us a simple yet profound command: Seek first the Kingdom of God, and everything else will fall into place.

Spend time with the Lord. Pray, read the Bible, and fast. Seek Him with your whole heart, and He will take care of the rest. Whatever you need, He will provide.

Psalm 1 reminds us of the blessings that come from meditating on God’s Word:

“And he shall be like a tree planted by the rivers of water, that bringeth forth his fruit in his season; his leaf also shall not wither; and whatsoever he doeth shall prosper.” (Psalm 1:3, KJV)

Likewise, Isaiah assures us that the Lord rewards those who diligently seek Him. Throughout Scripture, we are reminded to put God first, trusting that everything else will follow.

It’s easy to believe we must rely on our own power or strength, but God reminds us:

“Not by might, nor by power, but by my spirit, saith the Lord of hosts.” (Zechariah 4:6, KJV)

God’s Faithfulness in Every Detail

Think of how a loving parent anticipates their child’s needs before they even ask. God’s love is infinitely greater—He sees every detail of your life and provides in ways you may not even realize.

There isn’t a single moment of your life that God is not concerned with. As a loving Father, He nourishes His children and sees to their every need. He cares about what’s on your heart and holds it dear to Him. Will you take time today to seek Him in prayer? Open your Bible, talk to Him, and trust that He is working in your life. When you put Him first, everything else will follow.

Reflective Questions:

•    What areas of my life am I trying to control instead of surrendering to God?
    •    How can I be more intentional about seeking God daily?
    •    Have I experienced a time when God provided for me when I least expected it?

Prayer:

Heavenly Father, thank You for being my provider and for caring about every detail of my life. Help me to seek You first in all things, trusting that You will take care of the rest. Teach me to rely on Your Spirit, not my own strength, and to walk in faith daily. Draw me closer to You through prayer, fasting, and Your Word. May my heart be fully devoted to You. In Jesus’ name, Amen.