Matthew 6:33 But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well.

In this context, righteousness means a way of being right. God’s Word tells us to seek His righteousness. This means, there is a righteousness that does not belong to God. The righteousness that does not belong to God is man’s righteousness. We know this through Proverbs 14:12 which says, there is a way which seems right unto a man, but the end thereof are the ways of death.

God’s righteousness is totally different from man’s righteousness. Man’s righteousness says hate our enemies while, God’s righteousness tells us to love our enemies (Matt 5:44). Man’s righteousness says allow logic or common sense to be our guide while, God’s righteousness says allow the Holy Spirit to be our guide (John 16:13). Man’s righteousness says harbor a grudge and don’t forget the pain someone else has caused us while, God’s righteousness tells us to continuously forgive (Matt 18:21-22).

Continuously seek God’s righteousness. It may be different but, it will enhance the quality of our life and bring us peace.

Inspired by Pastor Bill Winston