May 17, 2012

• Seekers

  It seems to me that almost everyone is seeking after something. I look at the youth, and I see that many of them are seeking for thrills and new experiences. Many of them collect stuff like CDs and high scores in games. Some of them collect sexual conquests and brag about it. We see all these outward things that they do. But, I believe they are also seeking for acceptance, love, and meaning. They just don't know yet that these qualities cannot be found where they are looking.

  I have been around people who worship science. They are seekers of knowledge. They collect facts just because they can. They find some kind of validation and comfort in this. They feel superior. They feel in control because they know a lot about a lot, and they like to demonstrate that they do. They dominate most conversations. Most people call them "know it alls" behind their backs.

  Some people seem to be seekers of comfort. They want to do what feels good. They want to have what will make life easier for them. They want to spend their time "enjoying." Fine wine. Lovely restaurants. Taking a luxury cruise. That's what it's all about! Oh, they are "living the good life." But, I wonder if, when they are in their beds at night, they ever feel empty. I wonder if they know that they cannot fill up that emptiness within with recreation.

  (Jer. 29:13 KJV) And you shall seek and find Me when you search for Me with all your heart.

  A few weeks ago, I had the privilege of going to a youth retreat in N. Ireland. My son in law is the leader of an awesome group of young people in Dundonald. There were kids from other youth groups as well. I saw them worship. I heard their testimonies, and I was SO BLESSED! At the evening meeting, I wanted to just go down to the front, stand in a corner and watch the way these kids were reaching out to God. It was amazing!  I cried because I knew these young people were seeking THE RIGHT THING! They were seeking God's heart.

  You hear a lot about "kids today." You hear people say that the world is spinning out of control and this generation does not care about anything but pleasure. Well. Maybe some young people. But not all. I looked at the shining faces of these kids with their hands and hearts lifted up to God and I cried. I heard them talk about praying for classmates and parents, and my heart was thankful.

  There are so many things demanding our time and attention. There are so many voices telling us what we "need" and what we should spend our money on. It is mostly a big waste. None of it will fulfill. None of it will satisfy. None of it will last.

  (Psalm 42:1-2 NLT)  ... As the deer longs for streams of water, so I long for You, O God. I thirst for God, the living God. When can I go and stand before Him?

  But, if you will be a seeker of God's heart -- if you will make it your goal to KNOW HIM. If you will give Him your life and your love, you will be making the right choice. You find a deep peace and joy. Your life will have a meaning that transcends any material thing; any experience or dream you could have.You will have a purpose that is ETERNAL! HE is the only thing that will truly satisfy the longing of our hearts.

  Be a seeker of God's heart.

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