Seeking First

Rather than take this out of the book of Matthew and Jesus’ sermon on the mount as is usual, the basis for this reflection is out of Second Peter. In chapter 1 of his letter we find him discussing the concept of increase, and increase through seeking the kingdom first and drawing close to God as first priority.

As we get to know Jesus better, as we increase in our relationship with Him, we're increasingly able to live godly, morally excellent lives. It should be our aim to come close to Christ as our first matter of business, since everything else comes along on the basis of that.