Seeking God's heavenly kingdom
"But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things will be added to you." (Matthew 6:33) In this profound Sermon on the Mount, Jesus invites His followers to shift their priorities from worldly concerns to divine realities. The human heart often struggles with anxieties over material needs—food, clothing, security—yet Christ urges us to trust in the providential care of the Father. By seeking God's kingdom first, we realign our desires with the divine will, understanding that God, who clothes the lilies of the field and feeds the birds of the air, will not abandon His beloved children. This verse challenges us to examine where our true treasure lies and whether our hearts are set upon eternal riches rather than fleeting concerns. To seek the kingdom of God is not merely an abstract concept but a lived reality. It requires an active pursuit of holiness through prayer, participation in the sacraments, and the practice of virtue. Christ exhorts ...