First things first in 2023

The lyrics of this song by Consumed by Fire have been in my head for days now. 

I don’t wanna love what the world loves

I don’t wanna chase what the world does

I only want you

I only want you

First things first

I seek Your will

Not my own

Surrender all my wants to you

Keep the first thing first

And these words keep hitting me…First Things First. I have done a daily quiet time for years now to start my day off in His Word, but I have noticed that His Word is not really first…I brush my teeth and make coffee and get situated for my quiet time, all while checking social media and emails. My mind is already distracted. If what is consumed first sinks the deepest, I want it to be His Words, so I’m fine tuning my mornings to keep first things first. 

In keeping with those words, I attended a gathering today with like minded women all chasing Jesus. We spent time taking communion, encouraging one another, and spurring each other along in our faith. There’s no better way to keep first things first than to start the New Year off seeking Him!