How can we prioritize God's work in our daily lives, like Jesus did? At the Heart of Jesus’ Focus “Why were you looking for Me? Did you not know that I must be about My Father’s business?” — Luke 2:49 Seeing Our Days Through the Father’s Eyes • Jesus’ words reveal a settled conviction: the Father’s work outranks every other claim on time or attention. • Matthew 6:33 echoes the same priority: “But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things will be added to you.” • John 4:34 shows the practical outworking: “My food is to do the will of Him who sent Me and to finish His work.” Habits That Keep the Father’s Business First • Start with Scripture and prayer – Mark 1:35: Jesus rose “while it was still dark” to pray. – A quiet, unhurried connection with the Father tunes every other activity. • Plan the day around kingdom purposes – Ephesians 5:15-16: “Be very careful, then, how you walk… making the most of every opportunity.” – Block time for serving, encouraging, discipling—just as you block time for meetings or errands. • Let every task become worship – Colossians 3:17: “Whatever you do… do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus.” – Even routine chores gain eternal value when offered to God. • Watch for divine appointments – Acts 8:26-40 shows how Philip’s day changed when God redirected him to the Ethiopian official. – Interruptions may be invitations to join the Father’s business. • Guard against distraction – Luke 10:38-42 contrasts Martha’s busyness with Mary’s focus on Jesus. – Evaluate commitments; cut what crowds out the essential. Mind-Set Shifts to Keep Priority Straight • From “my agenda” to “Thy will” – John 12:26: following Jesus means going where He leads, not merely fitting Him in. • From temporary to eternal – 1 Corinthians 10:31: “Whether you eat or drink or whatever you do, do it all to the glory of God.” – Psalm 90:12: “Teach us to number our days” keeps eternity in view. • From self-reliance to Spirit dependence – Galatians 5:25: “Since we live by the Spirit, let us walk in step with the Spirit.” – Ask the Spirit to highlight tasks that bear lasting fruit. Simple Next Steps 1. Tonight, set out tomorrow’s Bible reading plan before anything else. 2. Identify one ordinary activity you’ll consciously offer to God as worship. 3. Invite God to interrupt your schedule—and stay alert for His nudge. The Outcome When the Father’s business governs our calendars, conversations, and choices, we mirror the Son’s own priority. Life gains clarity, purpose, and joy—because we are about our Father’s work. |
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