From a Sunday Evening Message by Pastor Brown | Central Baptist Church
“When thou saidst, Seek ye my face; my heart said unto thee, Thy face, LORD, will I seek.” — Psalm 27:8
Life has a way of leaving us weary, discouraged, and burdened. We face circumstances beyond our control, questions we cannot answer, and difficulties we cannot overcome in our own strength. Yet, through it all, God extends a wonderful invitation: Seek My face.
In his Sunday evening message, Pastor Brown reminded us that the greatest blessing God offers is not simply what He can give us, but the privilege of knowing Him and enjoying His presence.
When we seek the Lord, we find a source of joy that the world cannot provide, peace that circumstances cannot take away, strength for life’s burdens, and courage to do what is right.
But how do we seek His face?
The First Step: Seeking God Through Salvation
Before we can enjoy fellowship with God as His children, we must first come to know Him through salvation.
The Bible declares:
“Seek ye the LORD while he may be found, call ye upon him while he is near.” — Isaiah 55:6
God’s invitation is not only for Christians who desire a closer walk with Him. It is also extended to the lost sinner who needs to be saved.
The Bible tells us in Romans 3:23, “For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God.”
Our sin separates us from a holy God, and no amount of good works, religious activity, church attendance, or personal effort can remove that sin.
But God, in His great love, provided the way of salvation through His Son, Jesus Christ.
Jesus died upon the cross for our sins, was buried, and rose again the third day. Through His sacrifice, forgiveness and eternal life are offered freely to all who will believe on Him.
“For the wages of sin is death; but the gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord.” — Romans 6:23
Salvation is not something we earn. It is a gift of God’s grace received through faith in Jesus Christ (Ephesians 2:8–9).
The Bible gives this wonderful promise:
“For whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved.” — Romans 10:13
If you have never been saved, you can seek the Lord today. Recognize your sin and your need of a Saviour. Turn to Jesus Christ in repentance and faith, believing that He died and rose again for you, and call upon Him to save you.
You do not have to make yourself worthy before coming to Christ. Come to Him as a sinner in need of His saving grace.
There is no greater blessing than receiving the forgiveness of sins, eternal life, and a personal relationship with God through Jesus Christ.
If you do not know Jesus Christ as your personal Saviour, we would be glad to show you from the Bible how you can be saved.
For those who have already received Christ as Saviour, the invitation to seek His face continues throughout the Christian life.
Drawing primarily from the book of Psalms, Pastor Brown shared eight practical, biblical ways believers can enjoy closer fellowship with the Lord.
Eight Ways to Seek God’s Face
1. Live Godly — Psalm 15:1–2
Seeking God’s presence begins with a desire to live in a way that pleases Him.
The psalmist describes the one who walks uprightly, works righteousness, and speaks truth in his heart. We cannot knowingly continue in darkness while expecting to enjoy close fellowship with the God who is light.
Godliness prepares our hearts for fellowship with Him.
2. Cry Out to God — Psalm 18:6
There are burdens in life that become too heavy for us to carry alone.
The psalmist declared, “In my distress I called upon the LORD, and cried unto my God.”
Our Heavenly Father is compassionate and attentive to the cries of His children. When trials overwhelm us, we can bring our broken hearts and burdens directly to Him.
3. Obey His Word — Psalm 24:3–5
Obedience is an expression of our love for God.
The Lord desires clean hands and a pure heart. When we willingly follow His commandments, we demonstrate that we value His will above our own desires.
Seeking His face involves more than asking for His help. It includes choosing to follow Him.
4. Be Faithful to Church — Psalm 122:1
David said, “I was glad when they said unto me, Let us go into the house of the LORD.”
Church is more than a gathering of friends, familiar songs, and enjoyable fellowship. It is an opportunity to meet together around God’s Word and seek His presence.
We should come to every service expecting God to work in our hearts.
5. Spend Time in Prayer — Psalm 65:2
“O thou that hearest prayer, unto thee shall all flesh come.”
Prayer is one of the most personal ways we seek the Lord. We bring Him our requests, confess our needs, seek His direction, and intercede for others.
As we spend time talking with our Heavenly Father, our attention turns away from the distractions of life and toward the One who is able to meet our needs.
6. Sing to the Lord — Psalm 100:2
“Serve the LORD with gladness: come before his presence with singing.”
Godly music has a wonderful way of directing our thoughts toward the Lord.
Singing hymns and spiritual songs does not have to be limited to church services. Whether at home, in the car, or during personal devotion, we can lift our voices in praise to God.
7. Praise and Thank Him — Psalm 100:4
“Enter into his gates with thanksgiving, and into his courts with praise.”
How often do we overlook the many blessings God has already given us?
Pastor Brown encouraged us to recognize the Lord’s goodness in both the great and seemingly ordinary moments of life.
As we intentionally thank and praise Him, our hearts become more aware of His faithfulness.
8. Read God’s Word
The Bible is more than a collection of religious writings. It is the living Word of God.
Through Scripture, we learn about His character, His promises, His commandments, and His will for our lives.
When we open our Bibles, we have the wonderful opportunity to hear from the very God whose presence we seek.
Make Seeking God a Daily Priority
These eight practices are not ways to earn salvation. Rather, they are opportunities for those who belong to Christ to grow in their relationship with Him.
The question is not whether we need His presence. We do.
The question is whether we are making it a priority to seek Him.
Perhaps you are discouraged, facing a difficult decision, or carrying a burden that seems impossible to bear. Whatever your circumstances, do not neglect the One who can give you the strength, peace, and direction you need.
If you have never trusted Christ as your Saviour, seek Him today for salvation.
If you know Him as your Saviour, seek His face daily through His Word, prayer, obedience, and a life devoted to Him.
Seek His face. Seek Him early. Seek Him faithfully.
And remember that the greatest blessing of seeking God is God Himself.
Watch the Full Sermon
We invite you to listen to Pastor Brown’s complete Sunday evening message and be encouraged to make seeking the Lord a greater priority in your daily life.
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