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Drawing Near to God
SCRIPTURE READING — JAMES 4:7-10
Come near to God and he will come near to you.
— James 4:8
Intimacy with God is a precious invitation that is extended to each one of us. Our relationship with God is not distant but brings us in close communion with the Creator of the universe, who desires to reveal his love and purposes to us.
To experience intimacy with God, we must prioritize our relationship with him. We set aside dedicated time for prayer, for studying his Word, and for worship. We cultivate a heart of surrender, seeking God’s will above our own.
Intimacy with God is a two-way relationship. As we draw near to him, God comes near to us. In his presence we find comfort, healing, guidance, and peace. God speaks to our hearts, transforms our lives, and empowers us for his purposes.
Let’s pursue intimacy with God passionately, longing to know him deeply and to be known by him. May we invite God into every aspect of our lives and open our hearts to his presence. In the Lord’s embrace we find rest, joy, and a love that surpasses all understanding.
Loving Father, draw me near. Help me to prioritize our relationship, creating space for intimacy. Thank you for the privilege of knowing you closely. May my heart be receptive to your presence and voice. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
About the author — Bob Arbogast
Bob Arbogast is the pastor of Celebration Fellowship church in Ionia, Michigan. In his spare time, he plays guitar in a West Michigan blues band. He and his wife Jan have been married forty years and have three adult daughters. Bob has been praying the psalms since 2002.
SCRIPTURE READING — JAMES 4:7-10
Come near to God and he will come near to you.
— James 4:8
Intimacy with God is a precious invitation that is extended to each one of us. Our relationship with God is not distant but brings us in close communion with the Creator of the universe, who desires to reveal his love and purposes to us.
To experience intimacy with God, we must prioritize our relationship with him. We set aside dedicated time for prayer, for studying his Word, and for worship. We cultivate a heart of surrender, seeking God’s will above our own.
Intimacy with God is a two-way relationship. As we draw near to him, God comes near to us. In his presence we find comfort, healing, guidance, and peace. God speaks to our hearts, transforms our lives, and empowers us for his purposes.
Let’s pursue intimacy with God passionately, longing to know him deeply and to be known by him. May we invite God into every aspect of our lives and open our hearts to his presence. In the Lord’s embrace we find rest, joy, and a love that surpasses all understanding.
Loving Father, draw me near. Help me to prioritize our relationship, creating space for intimacy. Thank you for the privilege of knowing you closely. May my heart be receptive to your presence and voice. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
About the author — Bob Arbogast
Bob Arbogast is the pastor of Celebration Fellowship church in Ionia, Michigan. In his spare time, he plays guitar in a West Michigan blues band. He and his wife Jan have been married forty years and have three adult daughters. Bob has been praying the psalms since 2002.
