Seeking God
Seeking God in the Bible encompasses a deep desire to know, understand, and draw closer to the Creator. This pursuit is often rooted in a recognition of God's holiness, sovereignty, and love. In Deuteronomy 4:29, the Israelites are encouraged to seek the Lord with all their hearts and souls, highlighting that genuine seeking involves both intent and action. Similarly, Jeremiah 29:13 promises that those who seek God wholeheartedly will find Him, emphasizing the relational aspect of this pursuit.The New Testament reinforces this theme, particularly in Matthew 6:33, where Jesus instructs His followers to seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, assuring them that their needs will be met. This seeking is not merely about personal gain but is a holistic commitment to aligning one's life with God's will and purposes. Ultimately, seeking God is an invitation to experience His presence, guidance, and transformative power in our lives, as reflected in Psalm 27:4, where the psalmist expresses a singular desire to dwell in the house of the Lord and seek His beauty.
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Drawing Nigh to God
By David Wilkerson7.5K59:47Seeking GodISA 1:10ISA 50:4MAT 6:33In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of patiently waiting for God's word. He refers to Isaiah 50:4-7, which speaks of Christ having the tongue of the learned and being able to speak a word in season to the weary. The preacher encourages the congregation to stay focused on God and not let their minds wander during worship. He warns against coming to God's house without cleansing and hiding their sinful actions in the dark. The sermon concludes with the preacher sharing his personal experience of seeking God's guidance when he feels unable to continue preaching, and how God always provides him with a word.
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.
God Is a Rewarder of Those Who Seek Him (2 of 4)
By Paul Washer6.2K1:19:32Seeking GodGEN 6:9MAT 6:33HEB 11:1HEB 11:6In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of faith and believing in God's commands. He highlights that true faith is optimistic, trusting that God has a reason and an end result for every command He gives. The speaker contrasts this with the idea of gaining approval through works or performance, emphasizing that approval before God is always obtained through faith. He also mentions the concept of being recipients of God's grace and encourages listeners to reach out and receive that grace through faith in Jesus Christ. The sermon references biblical examples such as Noah, who believed in God's warning about the unseen destruction of the world.
So Panteth My Soul
By Leonard Ravenhill4.2K1:03:41Seeking GodPSA 23:1PSA 42:1PSA 139:5In this sermon, the preacher focuses on Psalm 42 and the longing of the soul for God. The speaker emphasizes the deep thirst and desire for God that the psalmist expresses in the text. The sermon also touches on the challenges and trials that Job faced, highlighting his unwavering faith despite losing everything. The preacher encourages the audience to trust in God's unchanging love and to find comfort and strength in Him.
Seeking God With All Our Heart
By Zac Poonen4.1K58:58Seeking GodEXO 23:102CH 36:20JER 23:16JER 29:12MAT 22:37In this sermon, the speaker encourages the audience to reflect on their lives and identify where they may have gone astray from following God. He emphasizes the importance of prioritizing the Lord and making a covenant with Him to discipline oneself if any other love or distraction starts to take precedence. The speaker reminds the audience that God's plans are always for their welfare and good, as stated in Jeremiah 29:11. He warns against allowing covetousness, greed, and worldly desires to rob them of time with God. The sermon concludes with a challenge for the audience to respond to God's plans for their lives and to seek Him in prayer.
My Soul Thirst
By A.W. Tozer4.0K40:15Seeking GodPSA 42:1In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of relying on God's word rather than human wisdom. He shares a story about a rich man who leaves a vast inheritance to his son, but the son remains poor and hungry because he never reads the will. The preacher then refers to the Song of Solomon, interpreting it as a love story between a girl and her shepherd. He suggests that this story represents Jesus as the rejected shepherd and the king as the one who tries to win her favor. The preacher encourages the audience to seek a deep relationship with God and not be swayed by the desire for popularity or companionship.
Path
By A.W. Tozer3.5K43:10Seeking GodPHP 3:13In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of not being controlled by fear and societal expectations. He encourages the audience to rise above the clouds of fear and take control of their lives. The preacher uses the analogy of being in an airplane and how, in just 15 minutes, the clouds can be left behind and the sun can shine again. He urges the listeners to put their trust in God and take action to overcome their challenges.
Running From Church to Find God
By Carter Conlon3.4K50:59Seeking GodMAT 6:331TI 4:122TI 2:152TI 3:16TIT 2:11PHM 1:6HEB 4:12In this sermon, the preacher begins by expressing gratitude for the presence of the Holy Ghost and the transformative power of Jesus Christ. He prays for God's guidance and asks for the grace to release any debts or wrongs done to us. The preacher shares a story about an evangelist who was not afraid of the devil and had a strong trust in the Lord. He then discusses the blessings that come to the righteous, including business sense, a good reputation, and provision for their household. The sermon emphasizes the importance of trusting and obeying God's word and promises that He will provide light in the midst of darkness.
Four Pillars of Walking With God
By Paul Washer3.0K1:13:13Seeking GodPSA 1:6PSA 37:6MAT 6:33ROM 8:32ROM 15:4In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of having knowledge of the truth. He highlights the need to discern between truth and lies and emphasizes that faith is essential in apprehending this truth. The preacher also discusses the purpose of salvation, which is to demonstrate God's grace and kindness to all creation. Finally, he talks about how joy energizes obedience and encourages believers to persevere in their walk with God.
Ask, Seek, Knock
By Don McClure2.4K44:53Spiritual FulfillmentSeeking GodMAT 7:7Don McClure emphasizes the profound spiritual implications of Jesus' words in Matthew 7:7, urging believers to ask, seek, and knock not merely for material needs but for a deeper relationship with God. He warns against taking scripture out of context, highlighting that true fulfillment comes from seeking God Himself rather than worldly possessions. McClure illustrates how God created humanity with a longing for Him, and that our greatest desire should be to know and reflect His glory. He encourages the congregation to prioritize their spiritual journey and to recognize that the ultimate gift from God is the Holy Spirit, which fulfills our deepest needs. The sermon calls for a heart transformation that seeks God above all else, leading to a life filled with His presence and purpose.
Now Thee Alone I Seek
By Vance Havner2.2K41:10Seeking GodGEN 15:1JOS 1:2PSA 23:1PSA 30:5PSA 121:4HEB 11:6HEB 12:6In this sermon, the preacher encourages the audience to rearrange the verses of a hymn to prepare themselves for a powerful message in verse 2. He urges them to let go of worldly desires and seek God above all else. The preacher acknowledges that there are many unanswered questions and uncertainties in life, but compares it to a child being distracted by a chocolate cake while eating spinach. He emphasizes the importance of trusting in God's plan and not being overwhelmed by the unknown. The preacher also shares his personal experience of struggling with insomnia and finding comfort in God's presence. He concludes by highlighting the idea of tasting the powers of the age to come and encourages the audience to seek a deeper understanding of God's promises.
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.
Seeking God
By Bob Jennings1.8K58:58Seeking GodMAT 5:6MAT 6:33MAT 7:7LUK 16:16COL 3:1HEB 11:6JAS 4:8In this sermon, the speaker highlights the lack of genuine prayer in a prayer meeting that was mostly spent on taking prayer requests. He emphasizes the importance of laboring and persevering in prayer, comparing it to the process of waiting for dew to fall or breaking concrete with a hammer. The speaker also shares a personal anecdote about people who seemed indifferent to a preacher's message, but reminds listeners that there will come a day when everyone will care about Christ. The main focus of the sermon is on the pursuit of God in prayer, referencing various Bible verses that encourage seeking God diligently and drawing near to Him.
The Pursuit of God
By Stephen Olford1.7K33:09Seeking GodPSA 27:1PSA 27:3MAT 6:33In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of pursuing God in a world that is becoming increasingly materialistic and losing sight of spiritual things. He highlights the decline in church attendance and the need for a revival of religion. The speaker encourages the audience to be people of one desire, to cultivate the art of being focused on God alone. He emphasizes the need for contemplation and beholding the beauty of the Lord, urging the audience to spend time in quiet contemplation and to seek after God diligently.
It's Time to Seek the Lord
By Denny Kenaston1.7K1:11:38Seeking GodPSA 63:1ISA 55:2ISA 55:5HOS 6:1HOS 10:12In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the importance of seeking the Lord in good times. He refers to the story of King Asa in 2 Chronicles 14 as an example of seeking God's blessings. The preacher emphasizes that seeking God should not be limited to times of crisis, but should be a regular practice for believers. The sermon encourages the congregation to set aside a week to seek God and to have a heart that desires to grow closer to Him.
Him or It?
By Denny Kenaston1.6K1:08:42Seeking GodEPH 1:3In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of knowing Jesus Christ and making Him the focus of our lives. He encourages the listeners to fix their eyes on Jesus and follow Him personally and vibrantly. The speaker also highlights the need to raise up disciples of Jesus Christ, not just individuals who conform to societal expectations. He references the history of the church and how people have experienced transformation when they catch a glimpse of Christ, but also warns against losing sight of Him. The sermon concludes with a mention of George Fox, the founder of the Quakers, who was desperate for answers and sought counsel from various preachers.
A Season Alone With God
By Denny Kenaston1.4K49:30Seeking GodMAT 14:14MAT 14:22JHN 6:14In this sermon, the speaker provides guidelines for a daily spiritual routine. He suggests spending an hour in scripture memorization and meditation, followed by an hour of listening to a sermon that stirs the heart. He emphasizes that these guidelines are not meant to be binding, but rather to help individuals who may not know what to do in their spiritual practice. The speaker also shares the story of Jesus feeding the multitude with five loaves and two fishes, highlighting the power of God to provide abundantly. He concludes by encouraging listeners to practice these spiritual disciplines periodically to deepen their piety and awe of God.
Desperate for More of God - Our Heart
By Shane Idleman1.3K43:09Seeking GodPSA 25:9MAT 3:2MAT 6:33MAT 7:1MAT 7:7MAT 7:15ROM 2:4In this sermon, the speaker expresses his concern about the lack of readiness in the American church for judgment. He emphasizes the need for true change and transformation, rather than just attending conferences without any lasting impact. The speaker discusses the issue of pride and how it hinders obedience to God's word and a genuine relationship with Him. He also highlights the importance of waiting on God and seeking Him diligently, as well as the need to discern false prophets by their fruits. The speaker shares personal experiences and encourages a passionate and grateful worship of God.
Surface Slush Won’t Do, but "They That Seek Me Early Shall Find me."
By Hans R. Waldvogel1.2K14:52Seeking GodGEN 6:1MAT 7:7MAT 7:21LUK 14:33EPH 1:4PHP 3:18HEB 4:12In this sermon, the preacher discusses the eminence of the coming of the Lord and the natural desire to want to enjoy worldly things before His arrival. He explains that this desire stems from our inheritance from Adam and Eve, who were tempted by the goodness and attractiveness of the forbidden fruit. However, the preacher emphasizes that we also have another inheritance, which is the hidden wisdom of God ordained for our glory. This wisdom can only be revealed by God Himself and knowing Jesus personally, rather than just hearing about Him or reading books. The preacher urges listeners to seek God wholeheartedly and forsake all earthly things in order to truly find Him.
Desperate for More of God - Our Mind
By Shane Idleman1.2K43:12Seeking God2CH 7:142CH 16:9PSA 51:10PSA 119:11MAT 6:33HEB 4:121PE 5:8In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of guarding our minds against the evil influences of the world. He highlights the impact of entertainment and media on our thoughts and actions. The preacher encourages the congregation to prioritize spending time with God and their families, even when it is challenging. He emphasizes the need for spiritual disciplines such as reading the Word, worship, prayer, and fasting to strengthen our minds and draw closer to God.
Is He Willing, and Is He Able?
By Hans R. Waldvogel1.1K25:41Seeking GodISA 41:10MAT 24:35MRK 1:41LUK 21:36ROM 8:32ROM 10:172CO 12:9In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the temporary nature of our physical bodies and the promise of a new eternal body that God will give us. He compares our current bodies to a borrowed instrument, like a scratch box, that we must learn lessons from before receiving our own. The preacher also highlights the power of God to quicken our mortal bodies and heal us. He encourages believers to trust in God's promises and step out in faith, reminding them that even if God doesn't deliver in the way they expect, He is still their God.
Seek Till You Find
By Erlo Stegen9911:14:27Seeking GodIn this sermon, the preacher focuses on the importance of seeking God's kingdom and righteousness above all else. He references Matthew 6:33, Matthew 24:13, and Revelation 2:10 to emphasize the need to remain faithful to God until the end. The preacher also discusses the traditional Jewish engagement process, where the future bridegroom and bride would drink from the same cup to signify their commitment. The sermon concludes with a personal story of a man who initially resisted repentance but eventually had a change of heart and repented. The preacher encourages the congregation to seek God's will, obey His commands, and hold on to His righteousness.
Desperate for More of God - Our Soul
By Shane Idleman97835:11Seeking GodMAT 6:33MAT 27:45MAT 27:50LUK 15:11JHN 14:6ACT 2:17ACT 3:19In this sermon, the speaker begins by expressing his longing to return home and deliver a message that God has placed on his heart. The focus of the sermon is on loving God with all one's soul, as seen in the biblical concept of the soul being the breath of life given by God. The speaker emphasizes that there are only two types of people: those who are spiritually dead and those who are spiritually alive. He then shares a story about a battleship and a lighthouse to illustrate the unchanging nature of truth and the need to align with it. The sermon concludes with the speaker briefly mentioning his books and sharing a picture of his family.
Seeking God
By Jim Cymbala94330:26Seeking God2CH 16:12PSA 86:5ISA 55:6MAT 7:7MAT 11:28HEB 11:6JAS 4:8In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of seeking God for strength and power. He highlights how often people neglect to seek God for what they need, living with weakness, confusion, and frustration as a result. The speaker encourages the audience to come to Jesus and seek Him diligently, trusting Him to provide help and rest. He emphasizes the need to draw near to God and not just attend church on Sundays, but to have a personal relationship with Him. The sermon concludes with a call to prayer and a reminder that it is better to spend one hour in God's presence than thousands of days anywhere else.
Desperate for More of God - Our Strength
By Shane Idleman94338:35ObedienceHolinessSeeking GodISA 55:11JER 23:21MAT 22:37ROM 12:21CO 10:31GAL 5:16EPH 6:102TI 2:22JAS 1:221JN 2:4Shane Idleman emphasizes the necessity of loving God with all our strength, urging the congregation to move beyond mere words to actionable obedience to God's Word. He addresses the struggles of hopelessness, depression, and family issues, encouraging individuals to seek God's transformative power in their lives. Idleman warns against the dangers of compromise and desensitization to sin, calling for a return to holiness and a genuine relationship with God. He stresses that true obedience stems from love for God, not legalism, and that the church must confront sin to restore spiritual health. Ultimately, he calls for a revival of faith and a commitment to live out God's truth in a world that often rejects it.