Tell him honestly what you are seeking and keep following close enough to listen

Use a respectful title but avoid saying what you really want

Keep your reasons private and let him guess

Ask a different question so the moment stays comfortable

If you would like to receive Jesus, pray this with me: Lord Jesus, I come to you as one who has looked for life in the wrong places. I admit my sin and my need for your mercy. I turn from my sin and trust that you died for my sins and rose again. I believe you are Lord, and I give myself to you. Lead me to stay near you and follow you from this day on. Amen.

Come and Answer My Search

Lord, turn your Church again toward Jesus. Where we have grown busy, distracted, or shallow, awaken us to seek him honestly, listen to his voice, and stay close enough to follow. Make us a people who ask real questions and welcome his answer, in the name of Jesus. Amen.

Awaken Your Church to Seek You

Father, thank you that Jesus notices those who are following him. Thank you that he does not ignore sincere seekers, and that he welcomes honest questions. Teach me to trust his attention and rest in it today, in the name of Jesus. Amen.

Thank You for Noticing Seekers

Pray by naming one thing you truly seek from Jesus, then ask him to show you whether your heart is after him or after something else. Finish by asking for grace to keep following him closely.

Pray Jesus' Question Honestly

Pray for someone you know who is searching for truth, hope, or belonging. Ask that Jesus would meet them, that they would recognize his voice, and that they would feel free to ask honest questions and draw near.

For Those Who Are Still Looking

Bring before God your desire to stay with Jesus as your Teacher. Pray for a heart that listens, learns, and follows, and for courage to be honest when you do not know what you are seeking.

Stay with the Teacher

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John 1:38 — Audio GuideTAB

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