How do we know that God's blessings are tied to our worship?

The Israelites in Haggai's time experienced a tangible decline in their harvests and well-being because they prioritized their own comfort over the worship of God. Haggai declares that they have sown much but brought in little, symbolizing that their neglect of worship directly affected their prosperity. This principle is echoed in Matthew 6:33, where Christ instructs us to seek first His kingdom and righteousness, promising that all other needs will be provided. True worship aligns our hearts with God's will, enabling us to receive His blessings in life.