Our scripture this morning is 1 Chronicles 16:11-12 (NLT).
Search for the Lord and for his strength; continually seek him. Remember the wonders he has performed, his miracles, and the rulings he has given.
When scripture tells us “search for the Lord” it’s certainly not because God has hidden Himself from us. As the old saying goes “if God seems far away, guess who moved!” When we choose our own way instead of His, we stray from the path He has appointed for us.
Jesus called us His sheep, and He intended it as a kindly but eye opening comparison. Sheep are not the brightest creatures on the planet. By themselves they will focus on eating and not pay attention to where they are or the approach of danger until the shepherd’s voice calls them back.
The writer of this passage may not have had sheep in mind, but the admonition to “continually seek Him” is the same lesson Jesus taught. Ask the Lord for the help you need. When we put our faith in Him and listen to His guidance, we can be saved from our sin and know that He has prepared a place for us.
Loving Lord, You know our weakness and the trouble we find through our own plans and actions. Forgive us and strengthen us to go to the world with the Good News of salvation. Amen.
