Hot Pursuit – Part 1: Put God First

Series Memory Verse: “Seek the Kingdom of God above all else, and live righteously, and he will give you everything you need.” Matthew 6:33 (p.738)

• I Will Put God First

Mark 10:17-20

“…There is still one thing you haven’t done…Go and sell all your possessions and give the money to the poor, and you will have treasure in heaven. Then come, follow me.” Mark 10:21 (p.771)

What is it in my life that I would have trouble letting go of for Jesus?

1. Give Up What Keeps You From Jesus.

“Don’t store up treasures here on earth…Store your treasures in heaven…Wherever your treasure is, there the desires of your heart will also be…No one can serve two masters…” Matthew 6:19-24 (p.737)

2. Let Jesus Shape What You Value Most.

“So don’t worry about these things, saying ‘What will we eat? What will we drink? What will we wear?’…your heavenly Father already knows all your needs.” Matthew 6:31-32 (p.738)

My Next Step This Week: I will take an honest look at my calendar and my bank account to see what is competing for the top priority of my life.