The Great Pursuit Longing for a Deeper Relationship with God Sermon 5 –Numbers 21:4-9

In the previous sermon, we examined an unusual Old Testament story to emphasize the importance of constantly trusting Jesus in our lives. However, we didn't have enough time to discuss practical ways to do this. This week, we'll finish this message by focusing on how to seek God through 1) Practicing the Presence of God and 2) Long Wandering Prayers. Be sure not to miss this very practical message. Too many Christians believe that their pursuit of God ends at salvation. But the truth is, that is only where it begins. Throughout our lives, we must thirst for a deeper and deeper relationship with God, like a deer pants for water. The desire for Him must become the sole focus of our lives, and we must refuse to accept any substitute. So this year, we will focus on nurturing a more intimate relationship with God—not just knowing about Him, but truly knowing Him. "As the deer pants for streams of water, so my soul pants for you, my God.” (NIV)