King James Bible
"But rather seek ye the kingdom of God; and all these things shall be added unto you."
Jesus redirects his disciples from anxiety about material needs to pursuing God's rule and righteousness as their primary concern. The imperative 'seek' implies ongoing, active pursuit, while 'rather' establishes this as the alternative to worrying about food and clothing mentioned in the preceding verses. This promise assures that when God's kingdom is the priority, material necessities will be provided as a natural consequence. The passive voice ('shall be added') emphasizes God as the provider, echoing the Father's care for birds and lilies in the surrounding context.