As we dive deeper into our reading today, we can paint a beautiful image of pursuing righteousness and love – a pursuit that grants us life, prosperity, and honor. Think about it. What are we seeking most in life? Is it material possessions, fame, or maybe temporal pleasures?

Today’s verse encourages us to buffer our focus - to pivot our chasing from the secular to the divine. While worldly treasures may offer momentary joy, it fades as quickly as the setting sun. But seeking righteousness and love is an eternal quest yielding eternal fruits.

When we chase after righteousness, we're actually emulating Christ's character. He was the embodiment of righteousness, love, integrity, and fidelity. Likewise, displaying love means echoing God’s essence because God is love. The pursuit of these attributes will lead us to a path dotted with life, prosperity, and honor – not as the world gives, but as God does, which is ultimately fulfilling and enduring.