Seeking Jesus First - April 1, 2026
“You Will Seek Me and Not Find Me”
Please Read John 7:32–36 (NKJV)
Reflection
The Pharisees and chief priests, hearing the people whispering that Jesus might be the Christ, sent officers to arrest Him. Instead of fleeing, Jesus gave them a solemn and urgent warning:
“I shall be with you a little while longer, and then I go to Him who sent Me. You will seek Me and not find Me, and where I am you cannot come.”
The people were confused. They speculated whether He planned to go to the Dispersion among the Greeks to teach the Gentiles. They did not understand that Jesus was speaking of His coming death, resurrection, and ascension to the Father. His time on earth in the flesh was limited. The window of grace was open — but it would not remain open forever.
This is a sobering reality. Scripture echoes the same urgency in Isaiah 55:6: “Seek the Lord while He may be found, call upon Him while He is near.”
In the Kingdom life, there is a present moment of grace, and we must not treat it lightly. The Father is drawing, the Son is calling, the Spirit is convicting — right now. To continually delay our response is dangerous. There can come a time when we seek Him and do not find Him in the same way — not because God has become unwilling, but because our hearts have grown hard through repeated resistance.
Jesus’ words are both a serious warning and a loving invitation. While He is near, while His voice is clear, while the door of grace stands open — this is the time to seek Him, believe in Him, and come to Him with a whole heart.
Application
Today, pause and ask the Holy Spirit: “Is there any area where I have been delaying my response to You?” If He brings something to mind — a step of obedience, a needed repentance, a fresh surrender — respond to Him today. Do not wait for a more convenient time. Renew your mind with this truth: “Seek the Lord while He may be found.” Take one decisive step right now while His grace is actively drawing you. Your prompt response today can keep your heart soft and open to His voice for years to come.
Prayer
Heavenly Father, thank You for the present moment of grace. Thank You that Jesus warns us not to delay seeking Him. Help us to seek You while You may be found and call upon You while You are near. Forgive us for any procrastination or hardness of heart. Soften our hearts and give us quick obedience. Renew our minds to recognize the urgency of responding to Your voice today. Draw us closer and help us come to You without hesitation. May we live with open, responsive hearts, eager to follow You in this present moment. In Jesus’ name, giving thanks for the living Word of the Lord. Amen.