Seeking God and His Guidance* The importance of seeking God with one’s whole heart and soul. + When out in the world, there was no seeking of God. + After giving life to God, seeking Him became a priority. + God came seeking when lost, now seeking Him for guidance. * Encouragement to seek God, ask for help, and get closer to Him. + People wandering in the wilderness need only seek God for help. + Seek God expecting an answer and guidance. + Avoid being half-hearted in seeking God.

Listening for God’s Answer* The need to listen for God’s answer after asking for help. + God’s answer may not be what one wants to hear. + Obey the Word of God and do what He wants you to do. * Personal experiences of God speaking. + God speaks in different ways, sometimes strongly, sometimes as a whisper. + God has never failed to answer prayers, though timing is on His time. + Faith that prayers for salvation for others will be answered. * Humbling oneself before God in prayer. + Praying at the altar for lost people, the church, and the pastor. + God hears prayers and will heal.

God’s Unwavering Presence and the Comforter* God will never leave nor forsake. + Acknowledging times of leaving God, but the sweetness of returning. + God is present when one can’t go any further without Him. * God’s welcome upon returning to Him. + After being away from faith, God restored faith and welcomed back. + God puts His arm around and welcomes back with love. * The promise of the Comforter (Holy Ghost). + Jesus sent a Comforter. + The importance of the Holy Ghost in life and ministry. + Fear that the true Holy Spirit would scare some people.

Altar Call and Invitation to Prayer* Offering an altar call for those in need of prayer. + The altar is not just for the lost, but for the saved as well. + If there is a need, talk it over with God. * Any place can be a place to talk to God. + Home, car, truck, tractor, or lawn mower. + The altar is a good place to come and talk to God. + Invitation to come forward and pray.