BY-PRODUCT!

Matthew 6:33 AMPC

But seek ( aim at and strive after) first of all His kingdom and His righteousness ( His way of doing and being right), and then all these things taken together will be given you besides.

 

A by-product, or byproduct, is a secondary product that results incidentally from a production process, manufacturing procedure, or chemical reaction. It is not the primary product being sought by that process, but it can still have value and uses. 

Biblically, by-products are the natural, God-given results of prioritizing faith, obedience, and spiritual focus. Instead of chasing after blessings or rewards directly, Scripture encourages believers to seek God first—allowing the by-products of transformation, unity, and fruitfulness to follow. From a biblical perspective, a byproduct can be understood as something that naturally results or flows from a primary action, decision, or spiritual principle—even though it may not be the main goal.

In life, we often chase results—success, peace, provision, influence. But in the kingdom of God, many of these blessings are not the goal—they are the by-products of a deeper pursuit: knowing and obeying God. The core purpose of Jesus’s coming is the salvation of souls. However, secondary blessings naturally result from accepting and living out this salvation.

Usually, a reward is the by-product of what we focused on. When we focus on the main thing and prioritize what is needed above what is wanted—e.g., our relationship with God above all—positive by-products flow into every area of life.

Hebrews 6:9 references “things that accompany salvation,” highlighting that good works, changed relationships, and inner transformation emerge as by-products of genuine faith.

A by-product is not always the main goal but is an extra that comes through other activities, actions, and plans. This is a way God has made all things in nature produce and go further or last longer than they normally would. Almost everything in life is a by-product of something.

For instance, in agriculture, by-products are the non-primary goods produced from farming operations, often viewed as waste or leftovers, from the process of cultivating crops and rearing livestock. As you would expect, these by-products encompass a wide range of materials including straw, husks, plant stalks, skins, shells, and inedible parts of plants and fruits that end up being used for something else.

Isaiah 32:17 declares that the by-product of righteous living is peace, stating that “The fruit of righteousness will be peace; the effect of righteousness will be quietness and confidence forever.”

There is a by-product to everything we do. As Galatians 6:7 states, we reap whatever we sow. Some of the challenges, trials, and afflictions we face daily are by-products of our yesterdays.

As commanded and promised in Deuteronomy 28:1-14, blessings (all kinds) are a by-product of obedience. We are blessed in health, family, work, and land if we live and walk in obedience to God’s commands.

Wisdom is the principal thing in life according to Proverbs 4:7; this wisdom in turn produces long life and peace according to Proverbs 3:16–17. So, get wisdom; it comes with so many by-products.

Just as sin produces death according to Romans 6:23, “For the wages of sin is death...” implying that spiritual death and separation from God is the by-product of sinful living, while the sacrificial death and resurrection of Christ is the gift of God that produces eternal life.

None of us like to suffer, but suffer we must, as stated throughout Scripture, because suffering produces character according to Romans 5:3–4: “Suffering produces perseverance; perseverance, character; and character, hope.”

Jesus in John 15:5 teaches that fruitfulness is a by-product of abiding in Him: if you remain in Christ, you will “bear much fruit.” This fruit includes qualities such as love, joy, and peace—not as the believer’s main goal, but as blessings that overflow from relationship with God.

REFLECTION QUESTIONS 

- What are you currently pursuing, God Himself, or the by-products of a godly life? 

- Are there areas where you’ve been frustrated, not realizing the blessing you seek is a result of deeper obedience? 

- How can you shift your focus from outcomes to intimacy with God?

PRAYER: Father, help me to seek You above all else. Teach me to trust, obey, and walk closely with You—not for what I can get, but because You are worthy. Let the fruit of my life be the natural overflow of a heart rooted in You. In Jesus’ name, amen.

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