#soap #private ## Title: Seek the Lord ## Scripture: (Zephaniah 2:3) “Seek the Lord’s favor, all you humble people of the land who have obeyed his commands! Strive to do what is right! Strive to be humble! Maybe you will be protected on the day of the Lord’s angry judgment.” (NET) ## Observation: When difficult times come, it is human nature to want to tell someone. This is why choosing our friends can be so important. We need someone who will listen, not be quick to condemn, and willing to give good advice as needed. If someone does not have good friends, they will continue seeking. There are entire industries making billions of dollars from the need to connect with others. All of this is the way the Lord has made us and is a good thing. However, in all our seeking, we must never forget to seek the Lord. When bad things happen, prayer should be our first response, not our last resort. ## Application: Take time today, and pray about everything in your heart. ## Prayer: Thank You, Jesus, for always being willing to hear our prayers.