10 Tips On Pursuing God Wholeheartedly

Are you wanting to know how to diligently seek God? At the core of Christian living is the requirement for us to be pursuing God wholeheartedly.

But, what does that look like for Christian women?

God wants us to put Him first above our kids, our marriage, our career, and other people. We can’t make it through this life without God!

When we actively are pursuing God first all other relationships fall into place a little better because we are guided by the Holy Spirit.

Let’s learn what it means to practically pursue God wholeheartedly!

Come near to God and he will come near to you. Wash your hands, you sinners, and purify your hearts, you double-minded.

James 4:8

Pursue God Meaning

To pursue God means to actively seek a closer relationship with Him through prayer, Bible study, and other spiritual disciplines. It is an intentional effort to draw nearer to God and to become more like Him.

God promises that if you approach him, he will approach you (James 4:8).

We are also told that God loved us first. (1 John 4:19)

We love and pursue God because He first loved and pursues us. As Christians, if we could fully grasp how deeply loved we are by our Heavenly Father!

And I am convinced that nothing can ever separate us from God’s love. Neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither our fears for today nor our worries about tomorrow—not even the powers of hell can separate us from God’s love. No power in the sky above or in the earth below—indeed, nothing in all creation will ever be able to separate us from the love of God that is revealed in Christ Jesus our Lord.

romans 8:38-39

How would your life, your mental state and your perspective change if you could fully understand God’s love for you?

What must you do right now, this week, to consciously choose your connection with Jesus over the several pressing obligations wanting your attention?

Make the decision to pursue God actively. Pease decide to get off social media, spend time with him, and listen to worship music.

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God sought you long before you even considered him. Psalm 139:16-17

Your eyes saw my unformed body; all the days ordained for me were written in your book before one of them came to be.
How precious to me are your thoughts, God! How vast is the sum of them!

Psalm 139:16-17

How can we find God? God is somewhere you can find him if you decide to look for him.

Going “full circle” in your pursuit of God entails living a life that honors God and having faith in Him.

How To Actively Pursue God

There are many ways that you can actively pursue God.

One way is to read His Word and meditate on it every day.

See my list of Bible reading plans to help get you started.

This will help you to grow in your understanding of who God is and what His will is for your life.

Another way to actively pursue God is to spend time in prayer, talking to Him, and listening for His voice. Read my Prayer Guide!

It is also important to be involved in a local church where you can worship God and learn more about Him together with other believers. God created us to need each other.

As you pursue God actively, you will find that your relationship with Him will grow deeper and you will be better equipped to serve Him and others.

Ways To Pursue God

There are many tips for pursuing God wholeheartedly. Here are 10 of them:

1. Pray regularly. This is one of the most basic ways to pursue God. By talking to Him and asking for His guidance, you are showing your commitment to Him. Start with these 6 powerful prayers!
2. Read the Bible. This is another great way to learn more about God and His will for your life. We are told that the more we read the Bible and learn about God our faith grows! Read Romans 10:17.
3. Go to church. This is a great way to fellowship with other believers and learn more about God. We were created to need each other. Read Galatians 6:2.
4. Serve others. This is a great way to show your love for God by helping others.
5. Give generously. This is a great way to show your faith in God by giving back to Him. Give your time and energy by praying for others. Give financially to your local church or charities.
6. Witness to others. This is a great way to share your faith with others and bring them closer to God. Sometimes, just living your life as an example is the best way to share God’s love and truth with others.
7. Pray for others. This is a great way to show your love and concern for others by interceding for them. Keep a prayer journal to help you keep track of these prayer needs.
8. Study the Bible. This is a great way to deepen your understanding of God and His Word. Sign up for one of my Bible studies today!
9. Biblical Fast. This is a great way to humble yourself before God and seek His guidance. Would you like a Biblical Fasting Guide?
10. Pursue God with all your heart. By doing this, you are showing your complete commitment to Him.

Pursuing God Bible Verses

God has pursued us and loved us first, and it is our blessed responsibility to pursue God with all of our hearts in return.

But I do see a few issues with Christian ladies. We either don’t actively seek God, we passively seek God, or we actively seek God but don’t know how.

The good news is that God is urging us to actively seek him out.

Use this scripture about pursuing God to help guide you.

But seek first the kingdom of God and his righteousness, and all these things will be added to you. Matthew 6:33

We are promised that when we seek God first that He will provide for our needs. Food, drink, clothes, and shelter. Isn’t it comforting to know this?

Seek the Lord and his strength; seek his presence continually! 1 Chronicles 16:11

A great reminder that we are called to seek God consistently.

I love those who love me, and those who seek me diligently find me. Proverbs 8:17

I like what BibleRef says, “Wisdom, personified as a woman calling out to be heard (Proverbs 8:1–4), states: “I love those who love me.” In its ancient usage, the concept of “love” meant more than mere emotion. In fact, the primary meaning of “love” was in terms of preference in action. With that context, it’s easy to see how wisdom can “love” those who “love” wisdom. When we act according to godly wisdom—that which is true (Proverbs 8:6–9)—we are more likely to see good results (Proverbs 8:10–11, 18).”

You will seek me and find me, when you seek me with all your heart. Jeremiah 29:13

We are promised here that when we seek God with all of our beings and are consistent no matter what that we will find God.

Ask, and it will be given to you; seek, and you will find; knock, and it will be opened to you. For everyone who asks receives, and the one who seeks finds, and to the one who knocks it will be opened. Matthew 7:7-8

What a beautiful note here! I pray we ask God to align our desire with His and that our perspective will be His so that we may pursue Him wholeheartedly.

Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make straight your paths. Proverbs 3:5-6

Do we trust God with our whole being? Do we rely too much on our understanding and desires?

We are told when we pursue God first in everything we do that He will guide us and make our path straight.

See my list of 30 Bible Verse On Seeking God With Your Whole Heart

Pursuing God’s Heart

Getting out of bed each day prepared to seek God via prayer and bible study is what it means to seek Him. Pursuing God also means living aloud as an example of His truth and love.

God can be found if we seek him with all of our hearts.

In reality, as I stated before, the only reason we can seek God is that he has chosen to reveal himself to us first. He loved us first!

Knowing that we will discover God when we resolve to seek him with all of our hearts is such a great assurance.

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How To Pursue God Wholeheartedly

When we pursue God wholeheartedly, we are seeking Him with all of our heart, soul, strength, and mind.

This means that we are not just seeking Him on a Sunday morning or in our daily devotions, but we are pursuing Him every moment of every day.

We are constantly seeking His will for our lives and desiring to please Him in all that we do.

This kind of single-minded pursuit of God will result in a life that is radically different from the world around us.

We will be living for a higher purpose than ourselves, and our lives will be filled with joy, peace, and purpose.

Just a recap on ways to pursuing God Wholeheartedly:

How can we find God?

1. Pray regularly: Make time to talk to God and listen for His voice.

2. Read the Bible: Spend time reading and studying Scripture to learn more about God and His will for your life.

3. Worship: Take time to praise and thank God for all He has done in your life.

4. Serve others: Look for ways to serve those around you, as an act of worship to God.

5. Spend time with other believers: Surround yourself with other believers who can encourage you in your faith journey and help you stay focused on pursuing God.

Related: Benefits of Seeking the Kingdom of God

Pursuing Christ

Pursuing God’s heart is a lifelong journey. A daily practice of prayer and reading the Bible.

It’s not something that you can do for a short period and then check off your list. It requires a constant, deliberate effort to keep your heart focused on God.

There will be times when you feel close to God and times when you feel far from Him.

But if you keep pursuing Him, He will always be there for you.

He is the ultimate source of love, peace, and joy, and He wants you to experience His love every day.

Pursuing God’s heart is not always easy, but it is always worth it.

When you seek Him with all of your heart, you will find Him. And He will change your life forever.

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Prayer To Pursue God Wholeheartedly

Abba Father,

I exalt You, Lord Jesus, and Your glorious name! So that my heart will always be filled with joy and praise for You, I want to be someone who seeks You always. I want to have a heart that seeks after You first in all things.

According to Your Word, if I look for You with all of my heart and soul, I shall find You. Please guide me to know what that looks like for me. Show me how to avoid getting sidetracked by things that are less than all that You are and interact with them instead!

To give You the maximum glory, I want to be at the center of whatever You want me to be and do in Your here-and-now kingdom. Change my perspective and teach me to glorify you in good times and hard times.

Please, Holy Spirit, give me the discernment to pursue God’s Kingdom and His righteousness first in all things. Everything I require in life should be insignificant in comparison to Your goodness, magnificence, and glory! Thank You for the assurance that You will supply what is lacking if I come to You first.

Teach me to love You completely, so that I could pursue You for the rest of my days on earth.

In Jesus’ name, Amen.

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