Scripture to Read: Matthew 5:6
There are many things in this world that we think will bring us satisfaction. If we ask most people, “What brings you the most satisfaction?” everyone would have their interpretation of what they believe is most satisfying to them. But Jesus is our final authority and in Matthew 5:6, He said,“Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they shall be satisfied.” Jesus knows that righteousness is only possible through a relationship with Him as our King and Lord. We don’t come up with our own righteousness, but God plants in us His righteousness through His Holy Spirit when we surrender to Christ as Lord. To hunger and thirst for His righteousness is to hunger and thirst for Him and His Word. God tells us in 1 Peter 2:2, “like newborn babies, long for the pure milk of the word, so that by it you may grow in respect to salvation.” We must choose to “long for” (to hunger for) God’s Word and for our fellowship with Him. God and His Word are the only things that feed our souls (minds, wills, emotions) and give us total satisfaction. That is also why God tells us in Colossians 3:1–2, “Therefore if you have been raised up with Christ, keep seeking the things above, where Christ is, seated at the right hand of God. 2 Set your mind on the things above, not on the things that are on earth.” Christ knows He and His Word give us all we need for this life and the next, so hunger and thirst for Him.
Challenge & Application
· What are the things that often distract you from hungering and thirsting for righteousness (found in God and His Word)?
· How are you choosing to hunger for your fellowship with Christ and His Word daily?
Don’t forget to pray using the A.C.T.S. (Adoration, Confession, Thanksgiving, Supplication) method!