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Jeremiah 29:13
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Jeremiah’s Letter to the Exiles
12Then you will call upon Me and come and pray to Me, and I will listen to you.13You will seek Me and find Me when you search for Me with all your heart. 14I will be found by you, declares the LORD, and I will restore you from captivity and gather you from all the nations and places to which I have banished you, declares the LORD. I will restore you to the place from which I sent you into exile.”
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- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
- John Gill
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
John Gill Bible Commentary
And ye shall seek me, and find me,.... When persons seek the Lord aright, they always find him; a God hearing prayer; a God in Christ; bestowing favours upon them; granting them his presence; indulging them in communion with him; and favouring them with fresh supplies of his grace, and everything needful for them; every mercy, temporal and spiritual; that is, when they seek him in Christ, who is the only way to the Father, under the guidance and influence of the blessed Spirit; in the exercise of faith upon him and his promises; with fervency of spirit and ardour of mind; with diligence and importunity; with earnest desires and strong affections; and, as follows, with all sincerity of soul: when ye shall search for me with all your heart; which, as Calvin rightly observes, does not design perfection, but integrity and sincerity; when they draw nigh with a true heart, and call upon him in truth, and search for him with eagerness, with a hearty desire to find him, as men search for gold, and silver, and hid treasure.
Jeremiah 29:13
Jeremiah’s Letter to the Exiles
12Then you will call upon Me and come and pray to Me, and I will listen to you.13You will seek Me and find Me when you search for Me with all your heart. 14I will be found by you, declares the LORD, and I will restore you from captivity and gather you from all the nations and places to which I have banished you, declares the LORD. I will restore you to the place from which I sent you into exile.”
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A Powerful Warning - Lest We Forget the Message
By David Wilkerson14K09:272CH 7:14PSA 27:8PSA 119:11PRO 28:13JER 29:13MAT 24:44EPH 6:18HEB 4:16JAS 4:81PE 5:8This sermon emphasizes the urgency of taking the Word of God seriously and being prepared for His soon coming. It calls for a return to intimacy with Christ, dependence on God, and seeking His face diligently. The speaker warns against compromise, distractions, and the pursuit of worldly desires, urging a focus on God alone. The message stresses the importance of prayer, seeking God in good times, and waging war against sin to be prepared for spiritual battles.
2006 Heart-Cry - Journal Reading and Message
By Paul Washer14K58:20Living By FaithPSA 34:10JER 29:13MAT 7:7ROM 8:291CO 2:9HEB 11:6JAS 4:2In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the goodness of God and His plans for believers. He encourages young men to seek and avail themselves of God's promises through prayer and perseverance. The speaker shares a personal testimony of wrestling with a particular issue for many years and experiencing a breakthrough through prayer. He also highlights the faithfulness of God in providing for their ministry despite financial challenges. The sermon concludes with a reminder of the importance of relying on God alone and the abundance of promises in the Bible for believers.
A Touch From God - Part 1
By David Wilkerson7.8K09:01JDG 2:181SA 12:101SA 15:281SA 16:7PSA 65:4ISA 6:8JER 29:13ACT 13:22JAS 4:8This sermon emphasizes the importance of seeking God wholeheartedly, especially in times of turmoil and fear. It highlights the need for individuals to hunger for more of God's presence and to be open to His touch, leading to transformation and revival. The speaker urges the audience not to miss any service and shares powerful testimonies of God's protection and provision. The message focuses on God's plan to touch and use individuals to bring about change and revival in chaotic times.
Seeking God
By Hans R. Waldvogel6.5K15:09Seeking GodJER 2:8JER 29:13MAT 6:33MAT 7:72CO 5:20PHP 3:82TI 4:8In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of seeking God with one's whole heart. He uses the example of a woman searching for a lost piece of money to illustrate the determination and persistence required in seeking God. The preacher also highlights the uniqueness of the apostle Paul, who confidently declares that a crown of righteousness awaits him because he has lived a righteous life. The sermon concludes with a call to seek God constantly and attentively, entering into one's own heart and soul to find Him.
Audio Sermon: Seeking God
By Hans R. Waldvogel5.5K15:102CH 15:2PSA 27:8PSA 105:4PRO 4:23JER 29:13MAT 6:33MAT 7:7PHP 3:8HEB 11:6JAS 4:8This sermon emphasizes the importance of seeking and finding God with our whole hearts, highlighting the transformative power of truly knowing God. It challenges listeners to not settle for superficial blessings or experiences but to press through to a deep, intimate relationship with God. The speaker urges a dedicated pursuit of God, drawing from biblical examples like the woman searching for a lost coin and the need for ministers and believers to truly know the Lord in their service.
Losing the Anointing - Part 1 (High Quality)
By David Wilkerson4.6K29:15PSA 32:5ISA 61:1JER 29:13MAT 16:24LUK 9:23ACT 3:192CO 3:17PHP 3:10JAS 4:81JN 1:9This sermon emphasizes the freedom from guilt of the past through surrendering to God, trading shackles for a glorious song. It highlights the importance of seeking the anointing of God, the cost of maintaining it, and the need for a deep, personal relationship with God to experience His transformative power.
Christian Growth - Part 4
By Alan Redpath4.5K1:03:42ISA 58:1JER 29:13MAT 6:33MRK 1:21LUK 11:9JHN 4:23HEB 10:25In this sermon, the speaker reflects on the state of the world and compares it to the biblical verses that describe a lack of justice and salvation. He specifically mentions the tragedy of Vietnam and the lack of outcry over the injustice that occurred there. The speaker also contrasts this with the dedication to prayer and commitment to God in countries like Korea. He then shares his experience at a Christian event where there was a focus on entertainment rather than deep spiritual ministry. The speaker concludes by expressing his hope that during this week together, God would bring about a transformation in the lives of the attendees, leading them to discover new standards and priorities.
Laws of the Spiritual Life #1 - the Law of Wholeheartedness
By Zac Poonen3.7K48:55Spiritual LifeJER 29:13MAT 6:33LUK 14:33REV 3:17In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of putting Jesus Christ above all else in our lives. He warns against allowing other things, such as studies, relationships, money, or ambitions, to become more important than our relationship with God. The speaker highlights the tragic consequences of prioritizing anything above Jesus, leading to a life of backsliding and producing more backsliders. He references Revelation 3:18, where Jesus advises believers to "buy" certain things from Him, emphasizing that there are aspects of the Christian life that require sacrifice and commitment. The speaker encourages listeners, especially those going into Christian work, to choose to live according to God's principles and not waste their lives pursuing worldly desires.
(Atlanta 2013) 1. Truth in God's Word and Jesus
By Zac Poonen3.5K45:01EXO 28:36JER 29:13MAT 7:21JHN 14:6JHN 17:17ACT 5:12TH 2:11HEB 4:12This sermon emphasizes the importance of loving and seeking the truth, both in God's Word and in our personal lives. It warns against self-deception, hypocrisy, and the danger of not loving the truth, which can lead to God allowing deception. The speaker challenges listeners to be honest with themselves, repent of pretense, and seek genuine transformation by aligning their lives with the truth found in Christ and Scripture.
The Presence of God
By David Wilkerson3.4K1:01:43EXO 33:152CH 7:14JER 29:13MAT 6:33ACT 17:271TH 5:17HEB 13:5In this sermon, the preacher recounts the story of Nathan confronting King David about his sin of adultery and murder. David is initially unaware of his own guilt, but Nathan reveals it to him through a parable about a rich man stealing a poor man's beloved lamb. David is overcome with guilt and confesses his sin before God. Nathan then delivers the consequences of David's actions, including the raising up of evil against him from his own household and the loss of his kingdom. The sermon emphasizes the importance of fearing the word of God and the devastating consequences of turning away from His presence.
Young Donald Mcphail Prays (Compilation)
By Compilations3.1K08:33CompilationJER 29:13EZK 1:1MAT 16:18ACT 2:3REV 4:1In this sermon, the preacher recounts his experience of struggling to preach in a church and feeling bound by the powers of hell. He then decides to seek the help of praying men from Baravas, including a young boy named Donald McPhail who had a powerful experience with the Holy Spirit. When they come to pray with him, the preacher notices that Donald is closer to God than he is. The sermon emphasizes the importance of seeking God's power and not dictating terms of revival, as well as the transformative impact of being baptized in the Holy Spirit.
A Seeking Heart
By Joshua Daniel3.1K28:05DEU 4:29PSA 27:8PRO 8:17ISA 55:6JER 29:13MAT 2:2MAT 7:7HEB 11:6JAS 4:8This sermon by Joshua Daniel emphasizes the importance of having a seeking heart, drawing parallels from the Christmas story where various characters sought Jesus. It highlights the dangers of jealousy and the need for self-reflection to seek God diligently. The message encourages active seeking of God, urgency in spiritual matters, and the contrast between drifting aimlessly and purposefully seeking God for transformation and blessings.
A Message on Hell
By Rolfe Barnard3.1K50:012CH 7:14PSA 34:8ISA 55:6JER 29:13MAT 7:7JHN 5:39HEB 11:6In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of seeking the Lord and living according to His word. The sermon warns of the impending judgment of the world and the need to be prepared. The preacher also highlights the glory of the cross and the power of Christ's sacrifice for salvation. The sermon concludes with a call to love and obey God, and a reminder that those who reject Him will face eternal damnation.
Is Not Your Word a Fire?
By Jim Cymbala2.5K45:30JER 20:9JER 23:29JER 29:13MAT 3:111CO 2:4HEB 4:16This sermon emphasizes the need for fire in preaching and ministry, highlighting the importance of God's anointing and power to bring transformation. It addresses the longing for genuine spiritual fire, not emotionalism, to ignite hearts, purify lives, and lead to true revival. The speaker urges pastors and ministers to seek God's fire in their preaching, emphasizing the impact of a word anointed by the Holy Spirit to penetrate hearts and bring about lasting change.
All Your Heart (Compilation)
By Compilations2.4K04:41CompilationDEU 6:5PSA 119:2PRO 3:5JER 29:13JOL 2:12MAT 22:37MRK 12:30In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of giving our whole heart to God, rather than settling for 99.9%. The speaker uses examples from everyday life, such as defective tires, flat soft drinks, and incorrect prescriptions, to illustrate the consequences of accepting less than perfection. The speaker also references Denny's restaurant, which strives for 100% customer satisfaction, and argues that if a restaurant can aim for perfection, then we should strive to give our all to God. The sermon concludes by posing the question of whether it is important to give God our whole heart, emphasizing the need for complete surrender to Him.
Our Canadian Christian Heritage Under Fire #5 - We Need Revival in Canada
By Ian Goligher2.3K42:53Canada2CH 7:14PSA 24:3PRO 28:13ISA 55:6JER 29:13MAT 6:33JAS 4:8In this sermon, the preacher discusses the need for revival in our lives and in our churches. He emphasizes that even though the opportunities to spread the gospel may be limited, personal revival is always possible. The preacher shares a story about a prayer meeting held in a barn before a revival took place on the Isle of Lewis. During the meeting, a young man read Psalm 24 and emphasized the importance of having clean hands and a pure heart in order to receive God's blessing. The preacher encourages the listeners to have a humble and repentant posture, turning away from wickedness and seeking God's face.
The Resurrection- So What
By Francis Chan2.2K33:59JER 29:13MAT 13:44LUK 14:26JHN 8:32ACT 2:37This sermon emphasizes the greatness of God and the need for a deep, consuming love for Him. It challenges listeners to be obsessed with God, willing to give up everything for the treasure of knowing Him. The speaker reflects on the importance of seeking truth about God, even if it challenges our current beliefs, and highlights the radical commitment required to follow Jesus, not just casually but with wholehearted devotion.
Seek God With All Your Heart
By Bob Jennings2.1K04:18PSA 34:4JER 29:13MAT 7:7EPH 3:19JAS 4:8This sermon emphasizes the importance of seeking God wholeheartedly, praying with faith and belief in God's greatness to transform lives, heal, and bring individuals to higher ground. It encourages complete surrender and investment in God, highlighting the power of earnest prayer and seeking God with all our hearts.
An Acceptable Sacrifice
By Bob Phillips2.1K1:04:13ISA 1:11JER 29:13HOS 6:6MIC 6:6MAT 6:33ROM 12:1HEB 10:5In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of recognizing and appreciating the kindness, forbearance, and patience of God. He explains that these attributes of God should lead us to a life of repentance. The preacher also highlights the need to avoid living in envy, strife, jealousy, and being enslaved to lust and pleasures. He references 1 Peter chapter two to emphasize that as believers, we are called to be living stones, chosen and precious in the sight of God, and that through the sacrifice of Jesus, we are redeemed from lawlessness and purified for good deeds.
His Manifest Presence - Part 1
By Walter Beuttler1.9K56:55Presence of GodEXO 33:112CH 36:16PSA 27:8PRO 8:17JER 29:13MAT 6:33JAS 4:8In this sermon transcript, the speaker shares a harrowing experience of witnessing a violent attack on a bus. He emphasizes the importance of relying on God's presence as a shield against harm and attacks from others. The speaker also reflects on the emotional impact of receiving heartfelt notes from loved ones while traveling. He concludes with a story about a preacher who criticized the church but ultimately brought about a powerful outpouring of the Holy Spirit. The sermon encourages listeners to seek God's ways and trust in His ability to erase negativity and bring joy.
The Situation Is Desperate!
By Vance Havner1.9K32:30Desperation in PrayerSeeking GodDesperation2CH 7:142CH 20:12PSA 34:18JER 29:13MAT 7:7MRK 5:27LUK 18:1HEB 11:6JAS 5:161PE 5:7Vance Havner emphasizes the desperate situation faced by King Jehoshaphat of Judah, who, confronted by overwhelming enemies, turned to God in prayer, acknowledging his inability to cope. He draws parallels to modern America, suggesting that while the nation is in crisis, many remain complacent, relying on human solutions rather than seeking divine intervention. Havner calls for genuine humility and repentance in prayer, stressing that true desperation for God is necessary to experience His power. He challenges the church to recognize its own spiritual apathy and to engage in fervent prayer, likening it to the desperate faith of those who sought Jesus for healing. Ultimately, he urges believers to acknowledge their need for God and to act with urgency in their spiritual lives.
Pilgrimage to Faith
By G.B. Duncan1.8K34:06CallingJER 29:13MAT 6:33JHN 12:21JHN 14:6ROM 6:42CO 12:9EPH 2:8In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of young people in the church and how they can be assisted in their faith journey. The speaker introduces a hymn that describes the church as a mighty army and encourages the congregation to follow in the footsteps of the saints who have gone before them. The speaker challenges the belief that there are more people attending church in Scotland than football matches, highlighting the need for a genuine commitment to church programs and Christian programs. The sermon concludes with a focus on Jesus Christ as the central figure in the church, emphasizing the need for submission and following him, as well as the assurance of eternal life through him.
Oh Woman Great Is Your Faith
By Chuck Smith1.7K29:46PSA 34:17PRO 3:5JER 29:13MAT 7:7MAT 15:28JHN 3:17ROM 8:34PHP 4:19HEB 13:8JAS 5:16This sermon focuses on the story of a desperate mother who approached Jesus for help despite initial silence and apparent exclusion. It highlights the importance of persevering faith, especially in times of silence from the Lord, and the need to press on in prayer and belief. The sermon emphasizes the power of a mother's prayers and the impact of surrendering to Christ, encouraging listeners to seek God's blessings and trust in His grace.
(Kitchener, on 2012) Repent First
By Zac Poonen1.6K1:02:36RepentanceJER 29:13JHN 16:33In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of learning the lesson from John 15:5, which states that without Jesus, we can do nothing. He compares this concept to branches on a tree, explaining that just as a branch cannot produce fruit without being connected to the tree, we are helpless and unable to fulfill our purpose without being connected to Jesus. The speaker encourages the audience to recognize their need for God's enabling and to understand that it is impossible to reach the standards set in Scripture without His help. He also urges them not to accept a life of struggle and strain in their relationship with God, but rather to seek a relationship of joy, happiness, and rest.
Seek Me (Compilation)
By Compilations1.6K03:36CompilationPSA 27:8ISA 55:6JER 29:13JOL 2:12HAG 2:6MAT 7:7HEB 12:26In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the urgency for believers to seek God wholeheartedly. He questions why people are distracted by worldly entertainment instead of focusing on the imminent return of Jesus. The preacher highlights the need for brokenness and a genuine desire to seek God's heart. He warns that a time will come when God will hide Himself, and people will struggle to find Him because they have not cultivated a habit of seeking Him. The preacher emphasizes the importance of seeking God now and allowing Him to shake and get the attention of His people.
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
- John Gill
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
John Gill Bible Commentary
And ye shall seek me, and find me,.... When persons seek the Lord aright, they always find him; a God hearing prayer; a God in Christ; bestowing favours upon them; granting them his presence; indulging them in communion with him; and favouring them with fresh supplies of his grace, and everything needful for them; every mercy, temporal and spiritual; that is, when they seek him in Christ, who is the only way to the Father, under the guidance and influence of the blessed Spirit; in the exercise of faith upon him and his promises; with fervency of spirit and ardour of mind; with diligence and importunity; with earnest desires and strong affections; and, as follows, with all sincerity of soul: when ye shall search for me with all your heart; which, as Calvin rightly observes, does not design perfection, but integrity and sincerity; when they draw nigh with a true heart, and call upon him in truth, and search for him with eagerness, with a hearty desire to find him, as men search for gold, and silver, and hid treasure.