ALL THE THINGS

Ever had a moment where you thought you struck it rich, only to realize you just burst a backyard water line because you didn't check before digging? We do the exact same thing in life whenever we try to take control, bypass God's instructions, and build our own security. In this message, we explore why seeking God's Kingdom first saves us from breaking lines and chasing false oil. We live in a culture driven by hustle, anxiety, and the pursuit of financial security, often believing that more money or control will fix our problems. Yet, as we try to manage our own schedules and pocketbooks, we frequently leave God with only our leftover time and energy. We try to fit Him into the margins of our lives rather than making His rule and righteousness our top priority. In this message on Matthew 6:33 and Proverbs 3:5–6, Jesus flips our cultural priorities upside down. Looking at the Greek grammar behind "seek first," we discover that seeking God isn't a single morning event, but an ongoing, moment-by-moment active lifestyle. When we align our heartbeats with the Father's and surrender our need for self-sufficiency, God promises to supply our needs, ease our anxiety, and direct our paths. Key Takeaways: The Backyard Oil Strike: A funny story about digging a post hole at night, hitting a pipe, and mistaking gushing water for oil—illustrating what happens when we jump into decisions without checking with God first. "I Ripped Jesus": A sweet illustration involving an 8-year-old girl who panicked after tearing a Bible page because she knew Jesus is the Word, prompting us to ask how deeply we value Scripture in our daily lives. The Bagel Bites Philosophy: An explanation of the present active indicative tense in Matthew 6:33, showing how seeking God continually applies "anytime"—morning, noon, and night. Lessons from Senior Saints: Reflections on the quiet contentment of senior adults living on fixed incomes who model what it means to truly trust God for daily sustenance. Scripture: Matthew 6:25–33, Proverbs 3:5–6, Psalm 34:9–10, Philippians 4:19.