I think it was well said by Oswald Chambers that too often, we seek God’s hands and not his face. Meaning; more than just seeking God, we are looking for what God can do for us. After Jesus had fed the 5000, a group of people came looking for him; but not really for him, as much as for what he could do for them.
Jesus answered and said unto them, Verily, verily, I say unto you, Ye seek me, NOT because ye saw the miracles, but because ye did eat of the loaves, and were filled. (John 6:26)
Are we seeking God because of the “miracles” - the power and glory of God alone, or do we seek him for our own personal satisfaction? God is looking for those who are looking for him - “the hour cometh, and now is, when the TRUE worshippers shall worship the Father in spirit and in truth: for the Father SEEKETH SUCH TO WORSHIP HIM.” When was the last time you sought the Lord with no agenda, other than seeking his beautiful face and worshipping him? As a father myself, I love it when my sons just want to be with me - but too often when they approach me, I catch myself thinking, “Okay, what do they want now?” Is that what the Lord is thinking when I approach him? The Lord is a rewarder of them that diligently seek him. So what’s the reward? He is.
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