Pursuit of the King: Living with Intention in Our Faith
- The Chapel Ministry
- Jul 20
- 4 min read
Faith, to us, isn’t about standing still—it’s about moving toward God every single day. This past Sunday, Pastor Jeremy Eastman brought a timely and powerful word reminding us that seeking God is not a one-time decision but a lifestyle of intentionality, devotion, and deep spiritual engagement.
This message, titled “Pursuit of the King,” called us to move beyond comfort and complacency—to chase after the heart of God with the full weight of who we are.
A Divine Invitation: Sons, Daughters, Seekers
Pastor Jeremy began with Revelation 1:5–6, reminding us of a truth we must never forget: We are not just servants—we are sons and daughters of the King. We have been freed, loved, and called, and with that identity comes an invitation to pursue our Father, not from obligation, but from relationship.
Just like in a game of hide-and-seek, God isn’t hiding to stay hidden—He’s inviting us to look for Him. And when we do, He promises we’ll find Him.
“You will seek me and find me when you seek me with all your heart.” – Jeremiah 29:13
Seeking First: More Than a Sunday Kind of Faith
Referencing Matthew 6:33, Pastor Jeremy reminded us that to seek first the kingdom means more than just believing in God’s existence. It’s a deliberate, daily choice to prioritize His presence—above every distraction, emotion, or comfort zone.
This pursuit isn’t just about preparation for Christ’s return. It’s about hosting His presence right now.
Drawing from Chris Burns’ book The Priesthood, Pastor Jeremy painted a picture of what it means not only to behold God’s glory but to host Him. To behold is to see. To host is to make space. Both require intentionality. Both require surrender.
Hosting God’s Presence: A Lifestyle of Worship
Pastor Jeremy shared that God doesn’t just want to visit your life—He wants to dwell in it. He wants to inhabit your worship. The power and presence of God are attracted to hunger. But spiritual hunger doesn’t happen by accident.
It takes effort. It takes rhythm. It takes showing up, even when you don’t feel like it.
Using a lighthearted but profound comparison to his gym habits, Pastor Jeremy pointed out: Consistency is what builds strength. Sporadic visits to the spiritual gym won’t grow endurance or intimacy.
Drawing Near: Not Just for the Qualified
From Hebrews 10:22, we’re told to draw near with full assurance of faith. That means we don’t have to be perfect—we just need to be present. Pastor Jeremy encouraged us that God’s invitation is still on the table, and He’s ready to meet us right where we are.
Quoting Psalm 27:4, the heart cry of David, the message reminded us what true pursuit sounds like:
“One thing I ask from the Lord… that I may dwell in the house of the Lord all the days of my life.”
It’s not about having all the answers. It’s about having the right aim—to gaze upon His beauty and remain close to His heart.
Our Royal Identity: Kings and Priests
In Christ, we are called to a dual identity: Kings and Priests. As Romans 5:17 says, we reign in life through Jesus—not to elevate ourselves, but to bring heaven’s justice, peace, and righteousness to earth.
As priests, we minister first to God, then to others. Worship is not a performance—it’s a posture. It’s not about platform—it’s about presence.
“Apart from Me, you can do nothing.” – John 15:5
We carry authority not because of our gifts, but because of our connection to the Vine.
A Lifestyle of Fire: Private Devotion Fuels Public Worship
This message wasn’t just about our Sunday response—it was about our Monday reality.
Citing Romans 12:1, Pastor Jeremy called us to offer our lives as living sacrifices. That means letting go of control, letting go of convenience, and saying, “Lord, have all of me.”
He stressed the need for private prayer and devotion—because public ministry should never outpace private intimacy. The fire on the altar must be lit in secret before it can burn in the sanctuary.
A Kingdom Call to Action
The sermon concluded with a sobering but empowering reminder: God is looking for pursuers. People who are ready to move from spectator to seeker. From passive believer to active host of His presence.
So Pastor Jeremy left us with this challenge:
What’s crowding your pursuit of God?
Where have you stopped seeking?
And are you willing to let go of what’s good for what’s God?
Final Encouragement
The pursuit of the King isn’t about performance—it’s about presence. It’s about showing up every day with open hands and an open heart, ready to be filled, refined, and sent.
Let’s be a people who don’t wait for revival—but live like revival is already in us. Let’s pursue Him not just in word, but in action. Let’s seek first the King and His Kingdom—and watch as everything else falls into place.
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