KJV ORIGINAL
But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
But put God's kingdom and doing what's right in His eyes as your top priority, and all these other things you need will be given to you as well.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
Jesus is teaching that when we make God and living righteously our highest priority, God will take care of our practical needs.
📚 Historical Context
Jesus spoke these words during the Sermon on the Mount, addressing people who were anxious about basic necessities like food and clothing. In first-century Palestine, most people lived day-to-day, never sure where their next meal would come from. Jesus was teaching them to trust God's provision rather than being consumed with worry about survival.
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