DCLM Higher Everyday 9 July 2026 — Putting God First
Topic: Putting God First
Bible Reading: Matthew 6:27-34 (KJV)
27Which of you by taking thought can add one cubit unto his stature?
29And yet I say unto you, That even Solomon in all his glory was not arrayed like one of these.
30Wherefore, if God so clothe the grass of the field, which to day is, and to morrow is cast into the oven, shall he not much more clothe you, O ye of little faith?
31Therefore take no thought, saying, What shall we eat? or, What shall we drink? or, Wherewithal shall we be clothed?
32(For after all these things do the Gentiles seek:) for your heavenly Father knoweth that ye have need of all these things.
33But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you.
34Take therefore no thought for the morrow: for the morrow shall take thought for the things of itself. Sufficient unto the day is the evil thereof.
KEY VERSE: But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and His righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you” (Matthew 6:33).
Message
In our text, Jesus taught His disciples and the multitudes the importance of trusting God and prioritizing His kingdom over material concerns, such as food and clothing. Having anxiety over such things reflects lack of faith in God’s provision, care, faithfulness, and sovereignty. He reminds us that if our Heavenly Father can clothe the lilies of the field so beautifully, then He will certainly provide for His children, who are of far greater value to Him.
Seeking first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, requires believers to prioritize their relationship with God by loving Him above all else. This passage teaches us to focus on things which have eternal value such as our salvation, holiness, consistent obedience to God’s word, and spreading of the gospel. As we obey the Lord’s command, God’s promise of daily provision will be fulfilled in our lives. Sinning youths should first give their hearts to Jesus, and then cast their care upon Him. He will take care of them. By putting God first, we align ourselves with His will, trusting that He will faithfully meet our needs and guide us through life’s uncertainties.
PRAYER FOR TODAY
O God, help me to seek first Your kingdom and righteousness.
CHALLENGE
Avoid worrying about the future; it ruins the present.
1. Admit that you are a sinner. "For all [humans] have sinned, and comes short of the glory of God....[and] the wages of sin is death; but the gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord" (Romans 3:23)
2. Repent now. "Repent ye therefore, and be converted, that your sins may be blotted out ...[for] if we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness " (Acts 3:19, 1 John 1:9)
3. Believe that God loves you and Jesus died for you. "God commendeth his love toward us, in that, while we were yet Sinners, Christ died for us" (Romans 5:8)
4. Invite Jesus into your life through prayer of faith. Jesus says, "Behold, I stand at the door, and knock: if any man hear my voice, and open the door, I will come in to him, and will sup with him, and he with me" (Revelation 3:20)
