Pursuing God

Sermon Notes

PURSUING GOD

Humanity is captivated by grand adventures, hidden treasures, and stories of human triumph. It’s the stuff of legend. As much as we love a good adventure, it can feel like we’re always watching someone else’s adventure and not our own. But God invites each of us into a life of adventure with Him. When we seek God and pursue Him in daily matters (prayer, Scripture, circumstances, decisions, trials, finances, etc.), He guides us through epic battles of good and evil, shows us the power of faith, reveals Himself in deeper ways, and includes us in His kingdom work. Life is transformed into a quest with God where danger and delight are at every turn. But this type of life is not guaranteed for everyone; it’s reserved for those who truly seek Him. Join us as we study how pursuing God leads to the adventure of a lifetime.

Message 01

January 12, 2025 AM
Paul Gotthardt
(#1 in series)

 

Pursuing God: When We Seek Him and His Kingdom

 

Matthew 6:33

 

“Seek the Lord and His strength; seek His presence continually.” – 1 Chronicles 16:11

 

“But seek first His kingdom and His righteousness, and all these things will be added to you.” – Matthew 6:33

 

Key Thought:

Those who seek the kingdom, __ the King. Those who encounter the King, experience __ in His presence.

 

“The Kingdom of God is God’s sovereign activity in the world resulting in people being in right relationship with Himself.” – Vance Pitman

 

By seeking His kingdom, we focus on the __ of God.

 

By seeking His kingdom, we invest our __ in something that will last for eternity.

 

By seeking His kingdom, we experience God’s __ for our needs.

 

How can you be involved in kingdom expansion in 2025?

  • Pursue __ daily
  • Pray specifically
  • __ regularly
  • Serve enthusiastically
  • Give __