Better Priorities
Better Priorities: Key Points for Starting the New Year Right
As we step into a brand-new year, it’s a perfect time to reflect on the past and consider how we can live better in the future. One area that always needs attention is our priorities. Here are the key points to focus on as we seek to realign our lives with what truly matters:
1. Start with the Big Pieces
Imagine your life as a puzzle. The big pieces represent your health, family, career, and spiritual growth. These are the priorities that shape your life.
Don’t let the small distractions—social media, TV, and minor tasks—fill your time first. Start with the big pieces, and the small ones will fit around them.
2. Seek God First
Jesus says in Matthew 6:33, “Seek first the Kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things will be added to you.”
When we prioritize God, everything else falls into place. Seeking Him first will give you wisdom and peace in areas like marriage, finances, and parenting.
3. Love God with All You Have
In Matthew 22:37, Jesus teaches us the greatest commandment: “Love the Lord your God with all your heart, with all your soul, and with all your mind.”
Loving God fully should be the driving force behind everything we do. If we truly love Him, it will shape our thoughts, actions, and relationships.
4. Focus on the Eternal, Not the Temporary
Ask yourself: Is this eternal or temporary? The apostle Paul reminds us in 2 Corinthians 4:18 to focus on things that will last forever, like our relationship with God and serving others.
Don’t let temporary distractions consume your time. Invest in what truly matters.
Conclusion
As you enter this year, take time to reflect on your priorities. Are the big things—your relationship with God, family, and purpose—at the center of your life? When you seek God first, everything else will fall into place, and you’ll find greater peace and fulfillment in all areas of life.