A Reflection On Priorities

When I want to seek God’s Kingdom first

One night early in Solomon’s reign, God appeared to him and asked him what divine favor he wanted. Solomon asked for wisdom and knowledge, and because his heart’s desire was not material but godly, God gave it all: wisdom and knowledge, plus riches, honor, victory, and more. In a sense, we have the same choice available to us.

We choose what things in life we will pursue. Do we value understanding more than wealth? If so, we are in the minority. Most people believe more money is the key to more happiness. In reality, more money means more maintenance, more details, more uncertain investments, more to manage, more headaches. Understanding, however, has the opposite dynamic. More is better. Always.

Isn’t the choice God presents Solomon with remarkably similar to what Jesus taught His disciples? “Seek the Kingdom of God above all else, and live righteously, and he will give you everything you need” (Matthew 6:33). Examine the things you pursue. Make sure they are ultimately worth it.

Joyful is the person who finds wisdom, the one who gains understanding. For wisdom is more profitable than silver, and her wages are better than gold.

Proverbs 3:13-14