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Rekindling Our First Love: Rediscovering Our Highest Priority
In the heart of every believer lies a divine connection, a place reserved solely for our Creator—a bond proclaimed in the book of Revelation when Christ admonished the church at Ephesus, saying, 'You have left your first love.' This was not merely a call to emotional remembrance; it was a profound invitation to re-evaluate our priorities.
In The Priority | Give Him 15, Dutch Sheets dives into the spiritual significance of returning to our first love, prompting deeper reflection on our priorities.
Reflecting on various 'firsts' in life—like the first day of school or the emotional turmoil of changing a dirty diaper—can evoke a smile or a sigh of nostalgia. However, the 'first love' that Jesus speaks of surpasses all others. It encapsulates our relationship with Him, which should reign supreme above all distractions in our lives. The urgency of this message resonates now more than ever, as believers find themselves grappling with a world that competes for their attention—wealth, status, and the pursuit of happiness often encroach upon our spiritual sanctuary.
Why 'First' Matters: The Importance of God as Our Priority
God's position as our priority isn't born out of His needs, but rather from a deep understanding of our own. When Jesus calls us to prioritize our love for Him, He aims to fulfill our most profound needs. The comparison of spiritual connection to a marriage reflects an intimacy that brings completeness. Our personal experiences bring this to life: relationships flourish when nurtured and prioritized—we can't expect to thrive on love alone without the work that supports it. The effort we invest in our prayer and worship life correlates directly to our spiritual fulfillment.
Restoring the Balance: A Call to Action
If we've allowed the distractions of life to overshadow our devotion, it's time to make a focused decision. Consider how life has pulled you away or what has taken center stage in your heart. Reinstate God as the 'protos'—the primary focus of your affection. This doesn't suggest that emotional highs must be constant; rather, it’s an invitation to embrace the steady, nourishing love that carries us through life's ebbs and flows.
Prayer plays a pivotal role in this restoration. Just as our bodies require food and water, our spirits crave divine communion. In the video The Priority | Give Him 15, Dutch Sheets emphasizes the importance of praise—citing a prophetic word that encourages a commitment to worship thrice daily. Engaging in this rhythm can drastically realign our priorities and reforge that connection with God.
The Impact of Our Collective Worship
As intercessors and believers, imagine the transformative power when communities unite in praise, as Dutch underscores. By collectively re-engaging our first love, we can contribute not only to personal rejuvenation but also to a broader move of God. The Christian community is at a critical juncture where the fervor of our faith can ignite a fire across this nation—a revival fueled by the realization of God’s rightful place.
In reflecting on your spiritual walk, it may be time to ask yourself: Have I kept God in His rightful priority? The answer to that may change not just your life but the lives of those around you as well.
Bridging the Gap to the Future
Now is the moment for revival—both personally and nationally. Discerning this truth means acknowledging that as believers, we’re inextricably bound to our first love. As Dutch Sheets comments, America once honored God; our role can be persuasive in restoring this honor. It begins within our hearts and ripples outward to inform our families, communities, and beyond.
Engaging actively in this journey means opening our hearts to return to the simplicity and power of love that Christ embodies. The need is urgent, and the opportunity is profound.
Join me in facing God with renewed faith and vigor. Pray with conviction, embrace the rhythm of praise, and watch how your life—and the nation’s heart—can turn back to Him in honor and reverence.
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