A Pearl of Great Price

Intentionally Seeking God

The Pearl of Great Value

Matt. 13:45-46-

• This merchant is an active seeker of the best pearls he could find.  The scripture calls on us to be constantly looking for the best things of God.  It doesn't say that this merchant had great joy when he found the pearl.  Sometimes Christians aren't going around on an emotional high, but if we are consistent and constant in our service we are doing what God wants.

• This merchant recognized the pearl for its value. 

• The merchant was willing to pay the price.

Let's be ready to do whatever it takes to be ready for the best God as for us.

Paul's Christian Example

Phil. 3:12-17

• God wasn't finished with Paul.  Just like the merchant, Paul was always searching for more and for the best from God. 
• Paul put forth great effort to move forward in his Christian life.   
• Paul forgot what was behind. 

Intentionally Seeking God

• 1 Chron. 16:8-11- Let those who seek the Lord rejoice.  Seek the         Lord constantly.  We need God spiritually, like our physical bodies need air.
• Isaiah 26:9 -Long for God.
• Isaiah 51:1-3 -Seek the Lord.  Joy will be found in the Lord.
• Heb.  11:6- Believe that God rewards those who seek him.
• Acts 17:26-27 - The reason we are here on earth is to seek God.

Also Seek ...

• Matt. 6:33 -Kingdom and his righteousness

• Rom. 14:19 -Peace

• 1 Cor. 14:1 -Love

• 1 Tim.  6:11 -Righteousness, faith love and perseverance

Committed to Seeking God

• Psalm 27:7-10 - Seek God.  The Lord will hear you.

—Robert Lee, 7-13-08, p.m.