Do Better: Better Priorities

What if the secret to transformation in 2026 isn't about making more resolutions, but about reordering what truly matters? This message challenges us to examine our priorities through the lens of Matthew 6:33, where Jesus calls us to seek God's kingdom first above everything else. We discover that our priorities aren't just preferences—they shape our choices, our choices determine our actions, and our actions define who we're becoming. The powerful truth is that who we're becoming right now influences our families, neighbors, church, and community. We're invited to move beyond the world's temporary values and set our minds on eternal things, as Colossians 3:2 instructs. This isn't about neglecting earthly responsibilities, but about stewarding them wisely through God's perspective. Whether we're parents influencing the next generation, employees managing resources, or neighbors showing Christ's love, every responsibility becomes sacred when prioritized correctly. The message confronts our tendency to give God our leftovers rather than our best, reminding us that He gave everything on the cross for us. When anxiety threatens to rob our peace, we're called back to Philippians 4:6-7, where God promises His peace will guard our hearts and minds. The question isn't whether we'll face challenges in 2026, but whether we'll face them with God at the center or the margins of our lives.