Seek The Kingdom of God First In Matthew 6:33, Jesus encouraged the multitudes to seek the kingdom of God first and promised that all the essential necessities of life would be added to them. This is a great promise. After admonishing the crowds not to worry over food and clothing, basic essentials, he directed their focus to the kingdom of God and his righteousness, Matt. 6:33. Why Was The Kingdom A Priority? There are those who teach that God has not yet established his kingdom on earth. Why did Jesus urge his followers not to concentrate inordinately on their everyday needs but to ...