"He who seeks to do righteousness and mercy, finds life, righteousness, and honor."
God's Word advises us to seek after those things that are eternal - life, righteousness, and honor.
Temporal matters such as careers, materials, romance, money, (fill in the blank), fade away when the rubber meets the road.
I visited an old age home a few years ago. While there, I thought it would be cool to ask the well experienced human beings that have been on earth longer than most of us: "What truly matters in this life?"
Their answer: "Be kind. Be respectful. Manners go a long way. Trust in God's plan for your life. Smile. Choose happiness and harmony with others."
Those things mentioned above are not external, tangible, things. They are matters of the heart. Matters of eternal value.
What are you placing your heart on? What is your heart pursuing after? Where do your priorities lie?
Challenge for Today:
List your top three Christ-like traits you know you lack in. Seek counsel from God's Word on how you can best focus on making the necessary changes in your life.
Promise:
"Seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things (temporal needs) shall be added to you."
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