How to Make God Your #1 Priority

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Introduction

In a world filled with distractions, responsibilities, and constant noise, it’s easy to let our relationship with God take a backseat. Work, family, and social media can quietly push God down our list of priorities — not because we don’t love Him, but because life moves fast. Yet, deep down, we know our souls find true peace only when God is at the center of everything.

When you make God your #1 priority, every other part of your life begins to align with His peace, wisdom, and direction. Here’s how to start today.


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1. Begin Each Day With God


The first moments of your day set the tone for everything that follows. Instead of reaching for your phone, reach for God. Start with a short prayer, worship song, or a Bible verse.

When you give God your mornings, you’re saying, “Lord, before I do anything, I want to hear from You.”

Even five minutes of stillness with Him can fill your day with purpose and calm your heart before the world’s noise begins.


🕊️ Try this:

Read one Psalm each morning and talk to God as if you’re having coffee with your best friend.





2. Make Time, Don’t Find Time


If we wait to find time for God, we often never will — the day slips away. But when we make time for Him, we show that He truly matters to us.

Block out a few minutes every day just for prayer, journaling, or reading His Word. Treat that time as sacred — not optional.


Remember, relationships grow through consistency, not convenience. When you prioritize God daily, you build spiritual strength that keeps you steady through life’s ups and downs.






3. Align Your Decisions With His Will


Making God your priority means involving Him in your choices — both big and small.

Before making decisions, pause and ask, “God, what do You want me to do?” This simple act invites His wisdom into your plans.

When we seek His guidance, we stop chasing what looks good and start pursuing what’s right.


Proverbs 3:6 says, “In all your ways acknowledge Him, and He will make your paths straight.”





4. Surround Yourself With Godly Influence


Who and what you surround yourself with affects your priorities. If you constantly hear negativity, gossip, or doubt, your faith will weaken. But when you spend time with people who love God and encourage your walk with Him, your fire stays strong.

Join a faith-based community — a church group, online devotional circle, or prayer community. The right people will lift you when you’re tired and help you stay focused on God.






5. Choose Obedience Over Convenience


Sometimes putting God first means saying no to things that look appealing but pull you away from Him.

Obedience isn’t always easy, but it always leads to blessing. When you trust God’s direction, even when it’s uncomfortable, you show Him that your love is real — not just emotional but faithful.

Every act of obedience draws you closer to His heart.





6. Keep a “God-First” Mindset Throughout Your Day


Putting God first isn’t only about morning prayers — it’s about living with Him in every moment.

Talk to Him while driving, cooking, or walking. Thank Him in small moments, and lean on Him when stress tries to take over.

When your mind keeps turning toward God, your heart learns to rest in Him naturally.





7. End Your Day With Gratitude


Before sleeping, take a moment to reflect on how God showed up in your day.

Thank Him for the blessings, lessons, and even the challenges that shaped you. Gratitude keeps your heart soft and reminds you that every good thing flows from Him.





Conclusion


Making God your #1 priority doesn’t mean ignoring your responsibilities — it means inviting Him into every area of your life. When God is first, everything else falls into its rightful place.

Your mind becomes calmer. Your choices become wiser. Your heart becomes stronger.

Start small but start today — and you’ll soon discover that a God-first life is a peace-filled life.






🙏 Prayer


“Dear Lord, help me to put You first in all that I do. Teach me to seek You before anything else. When I’m busy, remind me to pause and spend time in Your presence. Let my thoughts, actions, and decisions reflect Your will. Be the center of my life, now and always. Amen.”

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