How does this verse connect with the teachings in Matthew 6:33? Verse in Focus “Therefore, stop boasting in men. All things are yours.” (1 Corinthians 3:21) The Kingdom Priority “But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things will be added unto you.” (Matthew 6:33) Shared Message: God Supplies Everything When We Center Our Lives on Him • 1 Corinthians 3:21 reminds believers that in Christ they already possess “all things.” • Matthew 6:33 assures believers that when they put God’s reign and righteousness first, “all these things” (basic needs and more) will follow. • Both verses redirect our focus: – Away from human pride, comparison, or insecurity (“stop boasting in men”). – Toward wholehearted trust in God’s rule and provision (“seek first the kingdom”). Supporting Scriptures that Echo the Same Promise • Romans 8:32 – “He who did not spare His own Son…how will He not also, along with Him, graciously give us all things?” • Ephesians 1:3 – God “has blessed us in Christ with every spiritual blessing.” • 2 Peter 1:3 – “His divine power has given us everything we need for life and godliness.” • Psalm 37:4 – “Delight yourself in the LORD, and He will give you the desires of your heart.” Practical Take-Aways • Relinquish leader worship or celebrity culture in the church; Christ alone unites us and supplies all. • Let priorities show in time, money, and thought life: kingdom first, necessities follow. • Replace anxiety about provision with gratitude for what is already ours in Christ. • View possessions and opportunities as stewardship gifts, not trophies to boast about. Living the Connection Today When believers stop boasting in human achievements and instead seek God’s kingdom, the promise is twofold: identity and sufficiency. In Christ, “all things are yours”—and as you keep Him first, “all these things will be added.” The outcome is freedom: no need to scramble for status or security, because the King has already shared His abundance with His people. |
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