Extra Oil Day 4: Seek God FIRST

Day 3: Seek God first It's Day 4 already! Grab your Bible and notebook. Let's get right into it! INSTRUCTIONS: 1. First things first, let's pray before we start: pray out loud for today's devotional 2. Now that we've prayed, let us read the Word: Matthew 6:10, 33 Psalms 37:4 Exodus 33:15 3. Let's get into today's discussion Today's Devotional: I've recently had this revelation about desiring God. That we don't always only want God. We want good health for our loved ones. We want wealth. We want love-filled marriages with beautiful babies. We want degrees and successful careers. Lord knows we want good jobs and healthy work environments. We may also want that coworker to get a better offer elsewhere. Or for our neighbour to make a little less noise on weeknights. My point is that, as a Christian, I know you desire God. And I hope your desire for God is greater than every other desire you may have. Yet, I'm also realistic enough to know that God isn't your only desire. There's so much that we often desire, need even, that may even threaten our faith in God. Because they're that important to us. But, there's saving grace. The saving grace is that God knew that we'd need and desire other things. He doesn't even condemn us for that. On the other hand, He also knew that all that we need and desire can be found in and through Him. He knows that we can hustle. That we have it in us to make ends meet. But He has a different plan. One that is easier and lighter than our burdensome way. He wants to partner with us and guide us through every step. That in meeting our needs, we don't miss out on purpose. So, when God says seek Me first, it's actually for our good. And when He warns us to desire Him above all else, it's because He knows that where our desire is there our hearts and attention will also be. So, while you're busy worrying, you can't really see Him directing you to the very answer you seek. Save yourself time and energy, seek God first. Focus on Him. And obey Him as He guides your steps to the provision He has already prepared for you. Practical Tasks: Read today's scriptures in context (full passage or chapter) and write down your lessons. If you like, you may also share them with me at [email protected] or DM me @kaydee_mashile on all social media platforms. Meditate on the prayer prompts listed on the cover image. Optional: Listen to the song of the day: Nothing Else by Cody Carnes (https://youtu.be/DLBvCTV23qw) Share Today's Podcast with a friend