You’re The Father’s Priority- Pastor Chris Oyakhilome

Casting all your care upon him; for he careth for you (1 Peter 5:7).

As Christians, our connection to our heavenly Father is absolute; it’s not something that changes. We’re connected to Him by spiritual birth. So, whatever is important to you is important to Him. He cares about you affectionately; you’re the Father’s priority. 

Think about this: an earthly parent can go to any length to ensure his children have a good life. He ensures his children are protected, and that their feeding, shelter, clothing, are all well taken care of. Some even go as far as taking care of their children’s friends. They just love and care for another child, simply because that other child is friends with their own child. Now, if earthly parents can care that much for their children, what do you think of your heavenly Father? 

God loves you more than you love yourself. He loves you as much as He loves Jesus. He’s more ambitious about your success than you are for yourself. This should make you rejoice, and take worry away from your life permanently. God knows how much you want to be happy; He knows every good thing you want for yourself, and He has granted you all things that pertain to life and godliness in Christ Jesus.

He said, "My son, give me your heart and let your eyes keep to my ways" (Proverbs 23:26 NIV). Trust Him and serve Him with your life. He knows what to do with you. He knows everything you desire better than you do. Therefore, give Him your cares, and refuse to be saddled again with those cares. 

"Can a woman forget her sucking child, that she should not have compassion on the son of her womb? yea, they may forget, yet will I not forget thee" (Isaiah 49:15). This is God talking to you. When everything seems to be going contrary to what the Word says concerning you, God says, "I am with you and will watch over you wherever you go…" (Genesis 28:15 NIV). His Word concerning you won’t fall to the ground

Prayer 

Dear heavenly Father, I’m so grateful for your unconditional and everlasting love. How comforting to know that I’m always on your mind! Thank you for making me a peculiar treasure unto you; I’m your pearl of inestimable value. For these and more, I worship you, and will forever be grateful, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.

further study: Isaiah 43:4; James 1:18

: Luke 4:14-44 Deuteronomy 22-24

: Romans 2:1-11 Psalm 90