In what ways can we encourage others to seek God daily? Grounding Our Call in Romans 3:11 “ ‘There is no one who understands, no one who seeks God.’ ” • Paul’s sobering diagnosis shows that seeking God does not rise naturally from the human heart. • If no one seeks God on his own, any genuine search is already evidence that God is drawing (John 6:44). • Our task, therefore, is to cooperate with that divine pursuit and invite others into it. Pointing Others to the God Who Seeks First • Luke 19:10—“For the Son of Man came to seek and to save the lost.” • Emphasize that God’s initiative removes despair; He welcomes all who respond (Isaiah 55:6). • Encourage friends to see daily time with God not as earning favor, but as answering His gracious call. Recognizing the Heart’s Default Posture • Romans 3:11 reminds us that apathy is the norm. Expect resistance or indifference. • Stay patient; the Spirit must open eyes (1 Corinthians 2:14). • Pray privately for soft hearts while you model steady faithfulness. Cultivating Habits That Stir Daily Seeking 1. Scripture Saturation – Share short, accessible reading plans (Psalm 119:105). – Offer to read a chapter together each morning and text a takeaway. 2. Conversational Prayer – Demonstrate simple, honest prayer instead of formal language (Psalm 62:8). – Suggest setting phone reminders to pause and talk with God throughout the day. 3. Worship in Ordinary Moments – Encourage playlists of Christ-honoring music during commutes (Colossians 3:16). – Point out creation’s beauty as a prompt to praise (Psalm 19:1). 4. Scripture Memorization – Begin with promises that invite pursuit—Jeremiah 29:13; Hebrews 11:6. – Practice together; recite during walks or meals. 5. Community Accountability – Invite them to small group or Bible study where seeking God is normalized (Hebrews 10:24-25). – Use gentle check-ins: “How did you see God today?” Living Witness That Sparks Hunger • Consistency: Let them catch you reading the Word, speaking kindly, making choices shaped by Scripture (Matthew 5:16). • Transparency: Share how the Lord meets you in weakness; authenticity disarms cynicism (2 Corinthians 12:9). • Service: Practical love opens ears to spiritual truth (Galatians 5:13). Words of Life to Share Keep a short list of verses that invite daily pursuit: • Psalm 105:4 — “Seek out the LORD and His strength; seek His face always.” • Matthew 6:33 — “But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things will be added to you.” • Acts 17:27 — “God intended that they would seek Him and perhaps reach out for Him and find Him, though He is not far from each one of us.” Interceding for God-Given Hunger • Ask the Father to grant desire (Philippians 2:13). • Pray that distractions lose their grip and the Spirit illuminates Christ’s worth (Ephesians 1:17-18). By meeting people where they are, patiently modeling love for Scripture, and trusting the Spirit’s work, we can encourage others to seek God daily—even in a world where, apart from grace, “no one seeks God.” |
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