In 2026, it’s time to stop guessing and start declaring. In this installment of the "We The Church" series, Pastor Scott Thomas explores the Law of Firsts—the overarching spiritual principle that what you do with the first determines what happens to the rest .

Building your life on "self" is a foundation destined to collapse, but building on the Creator creates an unstoppable structure packed with power . Just as the U.S. Declaration of Independence was built on God as the source code, your life requires a "first fruit" principle to keep you from drifting in a world of half-truths.

Stewardship vs. Ownership: True stewardship isn't about what you give; it's about what you bring . Since God is the Source and we are merely managers of His resource, we don't give to Him—we return to Him what He has already provided .

The Operating System of Faith: Pastor Scott compares our lives to a cell phone's operating system. While we often think our "apps" (marriage, business, finances) are the problem, it’s actually an outdated operating system . By updating your spiritual operating system through the Law of Firsts, you ensure every area of your life functions at its full potential.

Executing the Principle in Three Areas:

Time: Giving God the first 15 minutes of your day to ensure peace for the next 15 hours.

Talent: Using your unique "superpower"—whether dancing, singing, or serving—for the interest of God's Kingdom .

Treasure: Prioritizing God with the first part of your income before your Netflix or Hulu subscriptions .

The First Fruit Promise: When you honor God with the first, you unlock a Benefit Package:

Divine Direction: God becomes your GPS, leading you out of the "cul-de-sac" of dead ends.

Angelic Guard: Bringing the first fruit dispatches an angel ahead of you to guard your way .

Protection: God promises to be an enemy to your enemies and stop the "hidden leaks" in your life .

Household Blessing: Honoring the first portion causes a blessing to rest on your entire house .

Don't be a slave to the culture; be a citizen of the Kingdom. Test God's faithfulness this month and watch Him deliver what you’ve "pre-ordered" for your future .

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