soul journey 
by Kay Mulcahy
Life has a way of presenting challenges that test both the heart and the spirit. Some troubles arrive suddenly, while others unfold slowly, wearing us down over time. In every season, however, Scripture reminds us that strength is not something we must manufacture on our own—it is found by continually seeking the Lord.
“Seek the Lord and His strength; seek His presence continually.” (1 Chronicles 16:11)
Seeking God is not a single decision made in a moment of crisis. It is an ongoing posture of the heart. It is a daily relationship, a steady walk, a quiet awareness that wherever we go, God is already there—guiding, strengthening, and surrounding us with His grace.
Seeking God Is a Relationship, Not an Event
Many people turn to God only when life becomes difficult. While God faithfully meets us in those moments, He invites us into something deeper: a continuous, living relationship.
“You will seek Me and find Me when you seek Me with all your heart.” (Jeremiah 29:13)
To seek the Lord is to walk through ordinary days with extraordinary awareness. It is choosing trust over fear, prayer over panic, and faith over despair. It is learning to rest in the truth that we never face our struggles alone.
Even when answers are delayed and circumstances remain uncertain, God’s presence does not waver.
“The Lord is near to all who call on Him, to all who call on Him in truth.” (Psalm 145:18)
What It Looks Like to Continually Seek the Lord
Seeking God is not confined to church services or quiet moments in the morning. It weaves itself into the rhythm of daily life.
Here is what continual seeking often looks like in practice:
- Beginning the day with a simple prayer of surrender
“Lord, guide my thoughts, my steps, and my words today.” - Turning your concerns into prayer instead of carrying them alone
“Cast all your anxiety on Him because He cares for you.” (1 Peter 5:7) - Pausing throughout the day to acknowledge God’s presence
Even a silent prayer in traffic or before a meeting becomes an act of trust. - Letting Scripture shape your thinking
“Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path.” (Psalm 119:105) - Choosing obedience even when it is difficult
Faith grows strongest when it is exercised. - Ending the day with gratitude, regardless of how the day unfolded
This daily attentiveness strengthens our spiritual muscles. Faith, like the body, becomes stronger through consistent use.
“So faith comes from hearing, and hearing through the word of Christ.” (Romans 10:17)
Practical Ways to Walk in Stronger Faith Each Day
Faith does not grow by accident. It grows through intention and repetition. Below are simple but powerful practices that help cultivate a deeper walk with God:
- Set aside time with God daily
Even ten minutes of prayer and Scripture builds spiritual consistency. - Read Scripture with purpose
Ask, “What does this teach me about God’s character and His promises?” - Speak your faith aloud
Declare God’s truth over your circumstances.
“The Lord is my strength and my shield.” (Psalm 28:7) - Practice gratitude
Gratitude shifts the heart from fear to trust. - Surround yourself with faith-filled people Our Readings From The Road Facebook Group is excellent for this as we meet every weekday morning at 7:30 a.m. EST. “Therefore encourage one another and build one another up.” (1 Thessalonians 5:11)
- Choose obedience over convenience
Small acts of faith repeated daily strengthen spiritual confidence. - Trust God in what you cannot control
“Trust in the Lord with all your heart… and He will make straight your paths.” (Proverbs 3:5–6)
Strength for the Journey
God does not promise a life free from trouble, but He promises His presence in every trial.
“When you pass through the waters, I will be with you.” (Isaiah 43:2)
There is a quiet confidence that grows when we stop striving for control and begin resting in His faithfulness. Each step taken in trust becomes a testimony that we are not walking alone.
Final Thought
Seeking the Lord is not about perfection—it is about direction. It is about choosing, again and again, to turn your heart toward Him. When you do, faith deepens, fear loosens its grip, and strength rises from a source far greater than yourself.
Those who seek Him do not walk without purpose. They walk with assurance, guided by grace, upheld by love, and anchored in promises that never fail.
“Those who look to Him are radiant, and their faces shall never be ashamed.” (Psalm 34:5)
