So Men Would Seek Him

"From one man he made every nation of men, that they should inhabit the whole earth; and he determined the times set for them and the exact places where they should live. God did this so that men would seek him."
Acts 17:26&27

Isn't it amazing to realize that God has already set the paths of every nation and tribe. Not only these, but also every man and woman. Everything we are, everyplace we live, even the exact timing of our lives has already been set by God. What a comfort it is to know that God rules and reigns in heaven and earth.
    It is interesting that Paul said God did this: "So that men would seek him." It is the desire of God's heart for us to seek him. Although he loves us beyond what we can imagine, he will not impose his will on us. He waits for us to seek him. Everything he has done, everything he has created, every season, every generation, was created to point us to him. It burdens my heart when I realize that the majority of mankind has not sought or does not seek him. They live their lives believing a lie. Some don't recognize God at all, and some worship gods that are no gods at all. What a tragedy that these have not recognized the loving kindness of our God.
    Every time we see the beautiful nature he has created, or the stars he has set in the sky. Each time we are warmed by the sun, or see the life-giving rain he sends, we should be motivated even more to seek him. The apostle Paul tells us in his letter to the Roman church that God has created all this and men are without excuse. This means that just the observation of nature is enough to draw people to the Creator, God. Everything testifies about God. Jesus said that if men did not praise him, the rocks would cry out. This is true because all creation testifies to the power and character of God.
    Let us seek him. God desires that we go after him. He wants to be in relationship with us, but we must choose to do so. God and his kingdom are meant to be sought. He is beyond anything else we can seek. His kingdom is greater than any other prize. Today, think about seeking him. It takes some effort. We have to decide to do it, and then we must take the time to be in his presence. Some have never done this and they miss out on the greatest joy they could ever have. But you and I know the joy that comes from being with God. Let us seek him, for he had done great things for us. He did it all so that we would seek him.