Anyone who comes to God must believe that he is real and that he rewards those who truly want to find him. Hebrews 11:6
One translation renders Hebrews 11:6: "God rewards those who earnestly seek him" (NIV). I like the King James translation: "He is a rewarder of them that diligently seek him" (italics mine).
Diligently - what a great word. Be diligent in your search. Be hungry in your quest, relentless in your pilgrimage. Read dozens of books about Jesus. Step away from the pursuits of possessions and positions, and seek the King.
Don't be satisfied with angels. Don't be content with stars in the sky. Seek him out as the shepherds did. Long for him as Simeon did. Worship him as the wise men did. Do as John and Andrew did: ask for his address. Do as Matthew: invite Jesus into your house. Imitate Zacchaeus. Risk whatever it takes to see Christ.
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These words are from Max Lucado again - he is one of my favorite writers. I have a little book - Grace for the Moment - with daily readings, excerpts from his books. Don't we all need a little grace for our moments?
I pray that you will look for him. He promises to be found. And there is so much joy in the finding. I have come that they might have life, and have it more abundantly! John 10:10