Put God First In 2017

2017 can be a great year.  All you have to do is resolve to put God first in your life.  Jesus promised, "Seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things will be provided for you (Matthew 6:33)."  I love 2 Chronicles 16:9.  "The eyes of Yahweh roam throughout the earth to show Himself strong for those whose hearts are completely His."  Psalm 37:4 is also very inspiring.  "Take delight in the LORD, and He will give you Your heart's desires."  Put God first, and He will make 2017 the best year of your life.

How do you put God first in 2017?

Give God the first day of the week.  If Sunday worship is not your priority, then God will not be your priority.  Church attendance should be the rule, not the exception for your family.

Give God the first part of your day.  Set aside the first 30 minutes or so of each day to spend time alone with God in prayer and Bible reading.

Give God the first tenth of your finances (a tithe).  God doesn't need your money; He wants you!  But God doesn't have you until He has full control of your finances.  You are not going to have a great year by robbing God.    

Give God the first part of your heart.  Resolve to be obedient to God without exception.  You will never regret obedience, and you will never be glad you were disobedient.  God doesn't bless sin.

It's just that simple.  Until and unless you put God first, nothing else matters.  But if you will start by putting God first, then anything is possible with God!

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