How can we "seek the LORD" daily in our personal lives? Setting the Compass: Psalm 105:4 “Seek out the LORD and His strength; seek His face always.” Why “Seek”? • “Seek” means to pursue with intention, not casual interest. • Present-tense verbs—“seek…seek”—show this is ongoing, not a one-time event. Daily Ways to Seek the LORD • Rise With Him First – Give the first moments of the day to Scripture and prayer. – Psalm 63:1: “O God, You are my God. Earnestly I seek You; my soul thirsts for You.” – Practical tip: keep a Bible or Bible app ready before bed so reaching for God’s Word is easier than reaching for a phone’s notifications. • Feed on His Word – Matthew 4:4 reminds us, “Man shall not live on bread alone.” – Read systematically: a Psalm, a Gospel portion, an Epistle paragraph. – Journal a single truth to carry through the day. • Speak With Him Continually – 1 Thessalonians 5:17: “Pray without ceasing.” – Turn inner thoughts into dialogue with God while commuting, cooking, or walking. – Pray Scripture back to Him; for example, personalize Psalm 23 as you drive. • Choose Obedience Moment by Moment – John 14:21: “Whoever has My commandments and keeps them is the one who loves Me.” – When a choice arises—criticism or kindness, purity or compromise—ask, “Will this decision move me toward God’s face or away?” • Cultivate God-Centered Memories – Psalm 105:5 urges, “Remember the wonders He has done.” – Keep a gratitude list; review answered prayers weekly. – Share testimonies with family and friends to reinforce awareness of His work. • Lean on His Strength, Not Yours – 2 Corinthians 12:9: “My grace is sufficient for you, for My power is perfected in weakness.” – Replace self-reliance statements (“I’ve got this”) with dependence statements (“Lord, empower me”). Overcoming Common Hurdles • Busyness – Redeem “in-between” moments—waiting rooms, lunch breaks—for a verse review or a silent prayer. • Distraction – Silence unnecessary notifications; designate tech-free zones during devotion time. • Dry Seasons – Isaiah 55:6: “Seek the LORD while He may be found; call on Him while He is near.” – Persist; feelings follow faith. The Promised Reward • Jeremiah 29:13: “You will seek Me and find Me when you search for Me with all your heart.” • Hebrews 11:6: “He rewards those who earnestly seek Him.” – The reward is primarily Himself—deeper fellowship, clearer guidance, abiding peace. Putting It All Together 1. Start each day in Scripture and prayer. 2. Keep conversation with God alive throughout tasks. 3. Obey promptly when He speaks through His Word. 4. Chronicle His faithfulness to fuel future seeking. Seek His face always, and He will be found—strengthening, guiding, and satisfying every longing heart. |
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