The Pursuit of God
The Pursuit of God3
Lost and Found
By D.L. Moody0MAT 18:12LUK 19:10D.L. Moody emphasizes that Christ is actively seeking every lost soul, urging individuals not to wait for a personal encounter with Him but to recognize His constant pursuit through sermons, the Holy Spirit, and personal experiences. He illustrates the profound loss of a soul compared to worldly losses, encouraging listeners to acknowledge their lost state and cry out for salvation. Moody shares personal anecdotes to demonstrate how God reaches out to the lost, emphasizing that accepting Christ leads to eternal joy and peace. He concludes by inviting all to consent to be saved, assuring them that Jesus is ready to carry them over their burdens and into eternal life.
Rich Felix Had No Leisure to Hear Poor Paul
By Thomas Brooks0PRO 23:4Thomas Brooks emphasizes the futility of pursuing wealth at the expense of spiritual well-being, illustrating how the pursuit of riches can lead to a heart that is distant from God. He reflects on the biblical account of Felix, who, consumed by his desire for status and wealth, neglected the opportunity to hear Paul preach about righteousness and judgment. Brooks warns that those who are determined to be rich often overlook divine matters, leading to spiritual barrenness and a lack of true fulfillment. The sermon serves as a reminder that earthly riches are fleeting and can distract us from eternal truths.
Fascinated With Jesus: The Superior Pleasure of Knowing God
By Mike Bickle201:12:41PSA 16:11PSA 27:4ISA 62:4JHN 15:9JHN 16:14ROM 5:5EPH 3:18PHP 3:8Mike Bickle emphasizes the profound fascination that comes from knowing Jesus, the most captivating figure in history. He explains that God created us to be in awe of Him, and that true pleasure is found in a deep relationship with Christ, who desires connection with us. Bickle encourages believers to pursue a life filled with the joy and pleasure of encountering God, highlighting that the greatest revelations of God bring the deepest satisfaction to our spirits. He shares personal experiences of his early struggles in faith and the transformative power of understanding God's love and desire for us. Ultimately, he calls for a generation to be captivated by the beauty of the Lord and to abide in His love.