"But seek first His kingdom and His righteousness, and all these things will be added to you." -Matthew 6:33 NASB)
Some people actively seek recognition. I sometimes see this in the behavior of my students seeking attention from their peers or from an adult at school. Many of us also know adults that are driven by recognition in their families, churches, or professions. Even if we receive recognition and reward on earth, the recognition is empty if it does not come from God.
Being recognized by family, friends, or peers can feel good, but overtime the feelings can fade. The importance or value of our lives shouldn't be based on the recognition of others. Our value should be through God and seeking His Kingdom and righteousness. God knows what we need and He will recognize our efforts for His Kingdom. Only when we are seeking Him will the recognition last!
Seek God's Kingdom and righteousness and He will give you recognition that lasts!
Prayer:
Dear God-
Thank You for being there for me, allowing me to seek You, Your Kingdom, and Your righteousness. Help me to seek You and Your eternal recognition instead of the temporary recognition of earth. In Jesus' name I pray, amen.
Being recognized by family, friends, or peers can feel good, but overtime the feelings can fade. The importance or value of our lives shouldn't be based on the recognition of others. Our value should be through God and seeking His Kingdom and righteousness. God knows what we need and He will recognize our efforts for His Kingdom. Only when we are seeking Him will the recognition last!
Seek God's Kingdom and righteousness and He will give you recognition that lasts!
Prayer:
Dear God-
Thank You for being there for me, allowing me to seek You, Your Kingdom, and Your righteousness. Help me to seek You and Your eternal recognition instead of the temporary recognition of earth. In Jesus' name I pray, amen.
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