We Have It All
To truly have everything, we must prioritize God's presence and seek Him first in our lives.
A.W. Tozer emphasizes the importance of prioritizing our relationship with God above all else, reminding us that when we seek His kingdom and righteousness, we gain everything we truly need. He encourages believers to recognize that having God is far more valuable than worldly riches or influence, as true fulfillment comes from His presence rather than His gifts. Tozer calls us to deepen our love for God, not for what He can provide, but for the joy of knowing Him, which aligns with our purpose as His creations.
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How much time have you spent in your Christian life meditating on the plain instruction from our Savior?-"Seek ye first the kingdom of God and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you." The God who has revealed Himself to needy men and women wants us to know that when we have Him, we have everything - we have all the rest! Any of us who have experienced a life and ministry of faith can tell how the Lord has met our need even for food and the essentials of life.
Brethren, we ought to learn, and learn it soon, that it is much better to have God first and have God Himself, even if we have only a thin dime, than to have all the riches and all the influence in this world and not have God with it!
Let us go on to know Him and to love Him more dearly; not for His gifts and benefits but for the pure joy of His presence. Thus we will fulfill the purpose for which He created us and redeemed us!
Sermon Outline
- The Importance of Seeking God's Kingdom points: - Meditating on God's instruction - Prioritizing God's presence
- The Sufficiency of God's Provision points: - God's promise to meet our needs - The value of having God over material wealth
- The Purpose of Knowing God points: - Fulfilling God's purpose for our lives - Experiencing the joy of God's presence
Key Quotes
“The God who has revealed Himself to needy men and women wants us to know that when we have Him, we have everything - we have all the rest!” — A.W. Tozer
“Let us go on to know Him and to love Him more dearly; not for His gifts and benefits but for the pure joy of His presence.” — A.W. Tozer
Application Points
- Prioritize God's presence in your life by making time to seek Him first.
- Recognize that God's sufficiency is greater than any material wealth or provision.
- Love God for who He is, not just for His gifts and benefits.