Seek the Lord and his strength; seek his presence continually!

- 1 Chronicles 16:11 (ESV)

When it comes to your relationship with God, are you a full-time lover or part-time lover?

In order to walk in the fullness of what God has for you, you must seek His presence not just sometimes, but continually.

Just like with any intimate relationship, private time spent together is vital if it is to remain strong.

When you give the Lord your time, He will give you His strength.

You cannot find the kind of strength meant to sustain you in people, places, or things.

No human being can empower and refresh you like God can.

There is a good reason our souls can only be satisfied by God, for we were created to love Him and be loved by Him!

Are you feeling weak today? Do you feel as though there is an emptiness inside that needs to be made whole? Are you spiritually weary?

These are signs of your need for the Lord. He is gently drawing you back to Himself, where you belong. The more you practice dwelling in His presence, the more He is able to permeate you with His strength and peace.

When it comes to pursuing the Lord, keep in mind He doesn’t expect perfection from you, but persistency!

TODAY: Continually seek His presence and watch as He works in your heart!

“Heavenly Father, help me to never be a part-time lover in our relationship. I want to go deeper with you. You are the only one who can satisfy my soul and instill me with the strength I need. I choose to be persistent in my pursuit of you! Amen.”

With Love,
Sarah Sherstad

As you reflect on 1 Chronicles 16:11, use your Personalized Scripture Planner as a space to evaluate how intentionally you seek God.

The verse says, “Seek the Lord and his strength; seek his presence continually.” Seeking is active. It is not passive awareness — it is pursuit.

Write through these prompts:

What does “seeking God” look like in my daily life?

Do I only turn to Him in crisis?

Where do I rely more on my own strength than His?

What habits help me remain aware of His presence?

How can I pursue Him more consistently this week?

After reflecting, write a direct prayer:

Ask for a hunger to know Him more.
Invite Him to strengthen you.
Commit to seeking His presence intentionally.

Your journal becomes a record of pursuit. Relationship deepens when seeking becomes continual rather than occasional.

Over time, spiritual strength grows from consistent closeness.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 1 Chronicles 16:11 mean?
It calls believers to actively seek God’s strength and presence on an ongoing basis.

What does it mean to seek the Lord?
It means intentionally pursuing relationship through prayer, Scripture, and obedience.

Why does the verse mention strength?
Because true strength flows from reliance on God rather than self-dependence.

How can I seek God continually in a busy life?
Through small daily rhythms of prayer, gratitude, and Scripture meditation.

How does journaling support seeking God?
Writing helps clarify spiritual priorities and reinforces intentional pursuit.

How does this verse build a personal relationship with God?
It encourages steady, active pursuit — transforming faith from occasional engagement into ongoing connection.