The Supernatural Hope and Strength of God's Kingdom!

Preface:

Does anxiety weigh you down? Are you sometimes lost in seasons of depression? Do you feel oppressed at times, wishing you could just retreat from life's challenges? Get ready to rediscover unshakable joy and purpose as you learn to continuously seek God's kingdom above all else.

Join our dynamic Bible teacher, Apostle Dawn, as she unpacks Jesus' profound but often glossed-over command in Matthew 6:33. Gain insight into what it means to pursue God's righteousness along with His best for your life. Get equipped to recognize and stand firm in the face of a spiritual attack intended to distract you from His call.

Listen in as Apostle Dawn expounds on this foundational Kingdom principle with boldness, wisdom, and contagious passion. You'll come away awakened, challenged, and refreshed to walk out your salvation with fresh fire. Anchor deep into Scriptural truth that breaks anxiety's grip. Discover your part in stewarding the profound promise and power Christ releases through those who are determined to seek Him first, no matter what clamors for their attention.

Introduction:

We’ll learn new insights and apply them to our walk of faith. We’ll discover what it means to decisively seek God’s kingdom before all else and how this opens up profound freedom and provision.

Dr. Dawn will expound on what pursuing an intimate relationship with Christ looks like daily, leading us to ask the Spirit to increasingly inspire our pursuit of righteousness in our motives, thoughts, and actions.

We’ll gain insight into how to stand firm in the face of opposition – anxieties that entangle, difficult circumstances, or interpersonal betrayals. Our vital antidotes to instability are standing on the Word of God and faith in the unwavering presence of our Lord Jesus Christ.

Tune in ready to catch a fresh vision for the blessings unlocked as we mirror Jesus’ core practice of seeking the Father’s will above all else. And be prepared to walk away with practical applications to live this kingdom-first life with courage and patient perseverance! Our faith will be strengthened and encouraged as we open our ears to the wisdom of the ages unfolding from enduring God’s Word.

Outline:

"But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you." (Matthew 6:33)

• We must actively seek a relationship with God and pursue living righteously

• God will provide all our needs if we prioritize seeking Him and His ways

Practical Application: Make spending intentional time in God's presence through prayer, worship, and Bible study the first priority in your schedule. Ask God to develop His righteous character in you.

"Take therefore no thought for the morrow: for the morrow shall take thought for the things of itself. Sufficient unto the day is the evil thereof." (Matthew 6:34)

• Do not be anxious about provision or overwhelmed by circumstances

• Come out of isolation and depression through connecting with genuine believers

• Pray for strength and joy unspeakable

Practical Application: When feeling anxious or depressed, pray and trust God to lift your spirit. Seek Christian counsel and fellowship for encouragement rather than withdrawing.

• People may betray you and conspire against you

• Stay focused on seeking God's kingdom no matter what happens

• The path God prepares is for you; others won't be able to follow

Practical Application: Expect that pursuing Christ wholeheartedly will bring spiritual opposition. But keep seeking the Lord no matter what anyone does or says, trusting Him to guard you.

• We must seek God's righteousness as well as His kingdom

• Righteous living means integrity in all areas - truthfulness, fairness, ethical conduct

• What matters most is your walk with God, not people's opinions

Practical Application: Ask God to develop righteousness and integrity in you. Make choices to align with biblical principles no matter what others say or do.

"Therefore take no thought, saying, What shall we eat? or, What shall we drink? or, Wherewithal shall we be clothed?...your heavenly Father knows that you have need of all these things." (Matthew 6:31-32)

• God promises to provide what we need - don't worry

• He wants us to focus on pursuing Him

• He will open doors and make a way where there seems to be none

Practical Application: Bring all your needs and concerns to the Lord in prayer, trusting His promise to provide. Fix your eyes on Jesus, not your circumstances.