By Beau Bruton
Jesus told us, โSeek the Kingdom of God above all elseโ (Luke 12:31, New Living Translation). Itโs something all Christians should do. But life gets in the way; things happenโwork, family issues, health problems, you name it. The world tries to pull us away from Godโs kingdom, but Jesus draws us closer to it. The world hands us problems, trials, lies, and deception. โThe thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; [but Jesus said,] I have come that they may have life, and have it to the fullโ (John 10:10).
So, what should we do when the world comes knocking on our door? We need to remember to โseek his kingdom above all else.โ What does this look like? It can be small thingsโlike serving at church, talking to someone about their problems, or buying a cup of coffee for a co-worker. It can also be big thingsโlike going on a mission trip to another country, financially supporting a ministry, helping someone who has lost their job.
If we are truly seeking his kingdom above all else, we can be assured God will receive the glory for it, not us.
As we come to this time of Communion, we remember that Jesus gave his body and shed his blood to forgive us of our sins and make a way for us to be part of his kingdom. So, this week we can continue to put his kingdom above all elseโat work, home, school, Walmart, whereverโand to live this life heโs given us to the full.
Beau Bruton enjoys serving with Cave City (Kentucky) Christian Church.
Author: Christian Standard
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