When seeking God’s face

“Look to the LORD and his strength; seek his face always.” (Psalm 195:4 NIV)

What it means to seek God’s face 

Many times in Scripture, God’s people are encouraged to seek the face of God. The Hebrew word for “face” in the Old Testament is often translated “presence.” Therefore, when you seek the face of God, you are seeking His presence.

God said to seek His face

“You have said, ‘Seek my face.’ My heart says to you, ‘Your face, Lord, do I seek.’” (Psalm 27:8 ESV)

Humble yourself and seek God’s face

“If my people, who are called by my name, will humble themselves and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven, and I will forgive their sin and will heal their land” (2 Chron. 7:14)

Therefore…

“Seek the LORD, and his strength: seek his face evermore.” (Psalm 105:2-4)

“Who may ascend the mountain of the LORD? Who may stand in his holy place? The one who has clean hands and a pure heart, who does not trust in an idol or swear by a false god. They will receive blessing from the LORD and vindication from God their Savior. Such is the generation of those who seek him, who seek your face, God of Jacob.” (Psalm 24:3-6)” 

Quote:

“I want the presence of God Himself, or I don't want anything at all to do with religion... I want all that God has or I don't want any.”  - Aiden Wilson Tozer