Seeking First the Kingdom, Resting in Today

Written By Lettie Henley

“But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you. Take 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.” - Matthew 6:33–34 (KJV)

In these words, Jesus speaks directly into the anxious heart of humanity. He does not deny the reality of daily needs, nor does He minimize the pressures of tomorrow. Instead, He reorders the soul. The problem He addresses is not that we care about provision, but that we often seek it first. Anxiety grows when secondary things take the throne that belongs to God alone.

To “seek first the kingdom of God” is a call to spiritual priority. God rules over our hearts, desires, decisions, and trust. Seeking Him first means that before we chase security, success, or certainty, we submit ourselves to God’s authority and purposes. His righteousness, then, is not merely moral behavior, but a right standing with God that shapes how we live in the world.

Jesus attaches a promise to this command: “all these things shall be added unto you.” Provision is not removed; it is repositioned. God assumes responsibility for our needs when we surrender our priorities to Him. This promise does not mean ease without effort, but peace without obsession. It assures us that the God who calls us to trust Him is faithful to sustain us.

Anxiety about tomorrow is exposed as a burden we were never meant to carry. Tomorrow belongs to God, not to our imaginations. Jesus calls us to faithful presence today, not fearful projection into the future. Each day has its own challenges, and God grants grace in daily portions, not in advance reserves.

This teaching encourages dependence. We plan, we work, we prepare but we do so without surrendering our peace to what has not yet arrived. Faith lives in the present, trusting God with what is ahead.

Prayer:

Father, reorder my heart. Teach me to seek Your kingdom above all else. Where anxiety grips my thoughts, replace it with trust. Help me live faithfully today, resting in Your promise to care for tomorrow. Amen.

Lettie Henley

Lettie Henley is a devoted child of God whose journey of faith has been marked by a relentless hunger and passion for Jesus. As an autodidact, she has spent years seeking wisdom through prayer, study, and soul-searching, always striving to draw closer to her Savior. Her love for Christ fuels everything she does: whether she's sharing her story, encouraging others, or simply living out her faith daily.

A wife and mother, Lettie’s heart is rooted in her family, and she believes that walking in God’s love begins at home. She is also a loving daughter and a child of the Most High, constantly reminded that her true identity is found in Christ alone.

Through her writing and her life, Lettie seeks to inspire others to pursue Jesus with the same passion that has transformed her soul. Her desire is to be a light in this world, shining brightly for the glory of God and encouraging others to walk boldly in their faith.

https://www.lettiehenleyministries.com
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