**Key Verse**: *"For the Son of Man came to seek and to save the lost."* — Luke 19:10 (NIV)
**Main Point**: Before you ever thought of seeking God, He was already seeking you. From the very beginning, God has desired to restore the relationship that humanity lost in the Garden of Eden. His love is active, not passive. He pursues us even when we feel unworthy or lost in our sins.
**Illustration**: Think of a shepherd who, despite having ninety-nine sheep safe and secure, leaves them behind to find the lost one (Luke 15:3-7). This story isn't just a comforting tale—it's a vivid illustration of how deeply personal God's pursuit is. He doesn't wait for you to come to Him; He comes to find you wherever you are. Like a parent who runs into the storm to find a missing child, God's love drives Him to seek you first.
**Application**: Remember that God actively searches for you if you've ever felt overlooked or abandoned. He's calling your name no matter your past or how far you think you've strayed. The moment you turn even slightly toward Him, you'll find He's already running to meet you, as seen in the story of the prodigal son (Luke 15:20).
**Prayer**: *"Lord, thank You for seeking me even when I was lost and unaware of Your presence. Help me to recognize Your voice calling to me and respond with a heart that seeks You in return.
Amen."*
Let this truth encourage you: Before you ever knew you needed Him, *God sought you first.*
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