Seeking God's Face

"My heart says of you, 'Seek his face!' Your face, Lord, I will seek." (Psalm 27:8)

David expresses here a deep longing—seeking God's face. In Hebrew culture, "face" represents a person's essence, character, and presence. Seeking God's face means seeking an intimate relationship with God, knowing His character, and experiencing His presence.

We live in a busy age. Every day when we wake up, our first action is often checking our phones, and our last action is also putting down our phones. We're occupied by countless things: work, social life, entertainment, shopping. But amid all this, do we still make time for God?

Jesus gave us the best example. Luke 5:16 says: "But Jesus often withdrew to lonely places and prayed." Even in the busiest ministry, Jesus would retreat to quiet places to commune with the Father. If even Jesus needed such time, how much more do we need it.

Seeking God's face is not just a religious activity; it's a necessity of life. Just as plants need sunlight and water, our souls need communion with God. When we draw near to God, our hearts are purified, our vision is broadened, and our strength is renewed.

I remember those most difficult days when I would read Scripture and pray on my balcony every morning. Although the external problems weren't immediately solved, my heart was filled with peace and strength. Those moments alone with God became the most precious time of each day.

Seeking God's face requires our initiative. God won't force us to come to Him; He waits for our invitation. James 4:8 says: "Come near to God and he will come near to you." This is a beautiful promise.

Let us make time every day to seek God's face, to listen to His voice in quietness, to speak with Him in prayer, and to know His heart through His word. Because knowing God is life's greatest privilege and joy.