MESSAGE OF CHANGE

“But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness,
and all these things will be given to you as well.”
Matthew 6:33


Jesus began his ministry when he was 33 years of age. The message he conveyed to the Jews and Gentiles; poor, rich and the intellectuals of his time was a message of change. His message was not political, but it stirred up those who knew the Laws and were very educated in Scriptures of The Old Testament.

Much like those who run in presidential elections, he caused people to notice Him, because of the message he was bringing. He wasn’t well received by those who knew the Law, because it meant change from the old ways and traditions.
Jesus’ message was about hope for mankind. – To believe in God and for man to change their ways in order to have a relationship with the Father. But in order for this change to take place it must first start in man’s heart. This is what must take place first in order for any people, or nation to have change.

Just before Jesus had said to seek his kingdom first, he was telling his disciples not to worry about life, what you will eat or drink; or about your body, what you will wear. (Matthew 6:25) The importance to all of this is that you first must seek the kingdom of God and his righteousness, in other words, reconcile your relationship with God. Come to Jesus and ask forgiveness of all your sins, because he is merciful and a compassionate God. He says in John 14:7 “I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father, but through me.” He was talking to his disciples about believing in Him in order to be reconcile with his Father. But also that we should not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. (Matthew 6:34) Once your heart is cleaned from sin, leave it up to Him and he will take care of your needs.

Today, as we listen to political promises of hope and change, it seems that the words spun a repetitive quote from another time. But the delivery of such powerful words can only be attributed to the One who made his words right and true. Only Jesus had the right to say, “I am the way, the truth and the life” because in order to be change, it must begin in man’s heart.

Remember, my friend, brother, and sister that in order to have true hope, or change, it must begin with you. Listen to His voice and that old hymn: Stand only on the promises of God, our Savior.