Proof of Desire is Pursuit
Desire is the spark that ignites a man’s heart, but it’s pursuit that turns it into a flame. The Bible shows us that those who truly want God’s promises don’t just wish—they move. The proof of desire is pursuit, and Scripture is rich with examples of men and women who chased their calling with relentless faith. From a hemorrhaging woman’s reach to a shepherd boy’s charge, their stories teach us five key principles of pursuit that can transform our lives today. Don’t tell me you want it if you’re not moving toward it.
1. Pursuit Overcomes Obstacles
The woman with the issue of blood in Mark 5:25-34 had every reason to stay home. For twelve years, she suffered, her body frail, her hope battered by failed treatments. Yet, when she heard of Jesus, she pressed through a suffocating crowd to touch His garment. Her pursuit defied pain, shame, and the chaos around her. That single act of reaching out brought her healing, and Jesus declared, “Daughter, your faith has made you well.” Her desire was proven by her willingness to push past obstacles. If you want God’s promises, you must move through the barriers, not wait for them to disappear.
2. Pursuit Persists Through Testing
Elisha, in 2 Kings 2:1-14, hungered for a double portion of Elijah’s anointing. When his mentor was about to be taken to heaven, Elisha faced a choice: stay comfortable or chase the calling. He chose pursuit, following Elijah from Gilgal to Bethel, Bethel to Jericho, and Jericho to the Jordan. At each stop, Elijah tested him, urging him to stay behind, but Elisha refused. His persistence proved his desire, and God granted him the mantle of prophetic power. Pursuit means staying the course, even when the journey tests your resolve.
3. Pursuit Draws Near to God’s Presence
Moses was a fugitive shepherd; his dreams of leading Israel faded when he saw a burning bush in Exodus 3:1-10. He could have ignored it, but he turned aside, drawing near to God’s Presence. That step toward the fire changed everything—God spoke, calling him to deliver His people. Moses’ pursuit of the divine encounter transformed him from a wanderer into a liberator. Your desire for God’s purpose is proven when you move toward His voice, even when it’s uncomfortable or unexpected.
4. Pursuit Confronts Giants
David, a young shepherd, faced Goliath when Israel’s army cowered in 1 Samuel 17:32-50. While others shrank back, David ran toward the giant, armed with a sling and unshakable faith. He didn’t wait for the threat to vanish or for someone else to fight. His desire to see God’s name glorified propelled him forward, and a single stone brought victory. Pursuit is bold—it confronts the giants in your life, whether they’re fear, doubt, or opposition, with courage and action.
5. Pursuit Positions You for Provision
Ruth, a widowed Moabite, had no claim to Israel’s promises, yet she pursued a future under God’s wing in Ruth 3:1-13. At the threshing floor, she boldly asked Boaz, “Spread the corner of your garment over me, since you are my guardian-redeemer.” Her pursuit was deliberate, positioning herself for redemption. Boaz honored her faith, and Ruth became part of Christ’s lineage. When you move toward God’s provision, you place yourself where His blessings can find you.
These five principles—overcoming obstacles, persisting through testing, drawing near to God’s Presence, confronting giants, and positioning for provision—reveal that desire without pursuit is just a daydream. Hebrews 11:6 says God “rewards those who diligently seek Him.” Diligence is pursuit in action, the faith to keep moving when the crowd presses, the journey stretches, or the giant roars. The woman reached, Elisha followed, Moses drew near, David ran, Ruth asked boldly—and God met them all.
As men, we’re called to lead, protect, and love sacrificially, but that doesn’t happen by accident. You don’t stumble into a better marriage, a thriving career, or a deeper walk with God. You pursue it. The enemy will try to anchor your feet with fear or comfort, but God’s Word urges, “Seek and you will find; knock and the door will be opened” (Matthew 7:7). Seeking and knocking are acts of pursuit, and they unlock the promises of God.
So, what’s your next step? Don’t let your desires stay locked in your heart, unproven by action. Prove your desire by chasing the man God created you to be—authentic, purposeful, chivalrous, adventurous, and entrepreneurial. The 45-Day Challenge at FivestarMan.com is your opportunity to do just that. Over 45 days, you’ll gain practical steps, biblical wisdom, and a brotherhood of men pursuing the same goal. It’s not about perfection; it’s about movement.
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Visit FivestarMan.com today and sign up for the 45-Day Challenge. Commit to pursuing your God-given potential with every step. Your pursuit is your proof, and God will meet you in the chase. Start now.
