Lesson 1 of 7 — Discipleship
Seeking God
Every person is searching for something. This lesson helps you understand what it truly means to seek God, and how that decision can change your life.
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Purpose
To determine what it means to pursue a relationship with God with all our hearts.
Main question
What are you looking for in life? What are you pursuing with all your heart? Are you seeking God?
Short explanation
Every person is searching for something. Some pursue success. Some pursue happiness. Some pursue relationships. Some pursue purpose. But the most important question is: Are you seeking God? God is not far from those who truly seek Him. He created you, sustains you, and places you in situations where you can find Him. The question is not whether God is present. The question is whether you are seeking Him.
Passage blocks
Psalm 119:1–2
Blessed are those whose ways are blameless, who walk according to the law of the Lord. Blessed are those who keep his statutes and seek him with all their heart.
Matthew 6:33
But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well.
Jeremiah 29:11–13
"For I know the plans I have for you," declares the Lord, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future. Then you will call on me and come and pray to me, and I will listen to you. You will seek me and find me when you seek me with all your heart."
Matthew 7:7–8
"Ask and it will be given to you; seek and you will find; knock and the door will be opened to you. For everyone who asks receives; the one who seeks finds; and to the one who knocks, the door will be opened."
Understand
Seek First
Jesus teaches that instead of being consumed by worry over finances, career, or relationships, we should seek God first. To seek first His kingdom means putting God above your plans, trusting God with your future, and obeying God even when it is difficult.
God Is Near
God is not distant or uninterested. Even life struggles, confusion, questions, and difficult seasons can be used by God to draw you closer to Him. The question is not whether God is present — the question is whether you are seeking Him.
True Worship
God is looking for people who will worship Him in spirit and in truth. True worship is sincere, grounded in God's Word, and consistent in life. God is not looking for perfect people. He is looking for people who are real and willing to seek Him honestly.
Reflection
What am I truly seeking in life? What takes most of my time, attention, and energy? Do I only seek God when I have problems? Am I willing to seek God with all my heart?
Challenge
Pray and talk to God daily. Read the Bible every day, starting with the Gospel of John. Make time for God, not just when convenient. Continue this study and take the next step.
Prayer
God, I want to seek You with all my heart. Help me to desire You more than anything else. Teach me to trust You, follow You, and live according to Your Word. Guide me as I begin this journey to know You more. Amen.
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