Walking With Jesus: Making Him First In Our Lives. Matthew 6:33

Walking with Jesus; Making Him First in our lives.

Stand with me and hold your Bible up and repeat after me. This is my Bible.

I am what it says I am.

I can do what it says I can do.

I am going to learn how to be what it says I can be.

Today I will learn more of the word of God.

The indestructible, never ending, living word Of God.

I will never be the same.

I will never be the same.

In Jesus Name

Amen?

Before you sit down, say good morning to your brothers and sisters.

"Walking with Jesus: Making Him First in Our Lives"

Turn with me in your Bibles to Matthew 6:33 and say, "Amen" when you are there.

"But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well."

Introduction:

Good morning, beloved family in Christ.

It is such a joy to be here with you today, as we gather to reflect on the powerful invitation that Jesus gives to each of us: to make Him the first priority in our lives.

In the midst of our busy world—full of distractions, pressures, and responsibilities—Jesus calls us to a life that is rooted in Him, where He is at the center of everything we do.

When we seek first His kingdom and His righteousness, He promises that everything else will fall into place.

Today, we’re going to talk about what it means to walk with Jesus, to make Him first, and to trust that His presence in our lives changes everything.

I. The Call to Put Jesus First

Matthew 6:33 presents a challenge and a promise. Jesus doesn't suggest, He commands us to "seek first His kingdom and His righteousness." To “seek first” means to prioritize, to put Him above all else.

But why does He call us to do this?

Because He knows that nothing else in this world can satisfy us like He can.

So often, we allow the things of this world—our jobs, our relationships, our pursuits for wealth or status—to take the front seat. But Jesus tells us that when we make Him the priority, He will take care of everything else. Our worries, our needs, our desires—they are all understood by Him, and He promises to provide for us.

The key is to trust Him fully by making Him the center of our lives.

II. Walking with Jesus: A Daily Commitment

To walk with Jesus isn’t about a one-time decision; it’s a daily commitment.

It's about choosing to follow Him each morning, saying, "Lord, today, I want to walk with You." Walking with Jesus is an active choice to align our thoughts, decisions, and actions with His will.

It means to consistently ask, “What does Jesus want for me today?” instead of being driven solely by our own desires or fears.

Walking with Jesus also doesn’t mean life will be free from struggles. In fact, there will be times when following Him leads us through challenging valleys. But the beautiful truth is that in those moments, Jesus is right there with us, guiding us, strengthening us, and reminding us that He will never leave us nor forsake us.

I want to share a testimony with you today that exemplifies the power of making Jesus first. This is the story of Michael, a young man who grew up in a broken home and struggled with a deep sense of inadequacy. From a young age, Michael turned to alcohol and parties, seeking solace in the world’s distractions. But despite all the partying, he felt empty—lonely, lost, and without direction.

One day, Michael's co-worker invited him to church, and although he was skeptical, he reluctantly agreed to attend. During the service, the worship songs touched his heart, and when the pastor preached about how Jesus could fill the emptiness inside, Michael felt the weight of his own life. That evening, he prayed for the first time, asking Jesus to come into his heart and make Him the Lord of his life.

From that moment on, Michael chose to walk with Jesus daily. He put away the alcohol, he stopped seeking approval in unhealthy relationships, and he began to trust that Jesus would lead him to a better path. As he made Jesus his first priority, everything started changing. Michael’s life became full of peace, purpose, and hope. He found a new sense of purpose and began to serve others, helping people who were in the same place he had been.

Today, Michael is not only sober but is an active part of his church, sharing the love and hope of Jesus with others.

Let me share another testimony of transformation, this time from Grace, a woman in her 40s who had spent years living for success and perfection. Grace worked in a fast-paced corporate environment and had spent her entire life chasing promotions and accolades. She prided herself on being self-sufficient, believing that the harder she worked, the more successful she would be. However, despite her achievements, Grace felt empty and disconnected.