Drawing near to God is not only a command but also a privilege. When we take deliberate steps to seek and commune with God, we position ourselves to enjoy the divine benefits that surpass anything the world can offer.
Many of us live beneath their spiritual potential because they don’t understand the blessings that come from an intimate relationship with God.
God’s presence transforms, and empowers our souls. There is no substitute for closeness with Him.
Drawing near isn’t a one-time act but a consistent lifestyle. I was listening to a study on “drawing near -intimacy with God,” by John Bevere today and he said something profound, “God is the only god who can communicate with you.” Think about that. But, many of us don’t give Him a chance to speak to us.
We have access to God’s heart. As we draw near God reveals His thoughts, plans, and secrets to us. In Jeremiah 33:3 God says, “Call to me, and I will answer you, and will show you great and difficult things, which you don’t know.”
There is growth in a relationship with God. Knowing God goes beyond salvation, it’s about continual intimacy and depth.
There is confidence in His presence. We gain the boldness to approach Him with our needs and burdens. Hebrews 4:16, “Let’s therefore draw near with boldness to the throne of grace,that we may receive mercy, and may find grace for help in time of need.”
When we are close to God there is a sense of belonging. We no longer feel distant or rejected, but we know we are His children. Romans 8:15, “For you didn’t receive the spirit of bondage again to fear, but you received the Spirit of adoption, by whom we cry Abba Father,”
Having an intimate relationship with God provides a renewed spiritual, emotional, and even physical strength. Isaiah 40:31, “But those who wait for the Lord will renew their strength. They will mount up with wings like eagles. They will run, and not be weary. They will walk, and not faint.”
There is peace in God’s presence. Anxiety disappears in the presence of the “Prince of Peace.” Isaiah 26:3, “You will keep whoever’s mind is steadfast in perfect peace, because he trusts in you.”
These are just a few benefits of having an intimate relationship with God.
The blessing of drawing near to God are both eternal and immediate. Intimacy with Him leads wisdom, power, rest, direction, and joy. It is in God’s presence that we are transformed into His likeness and equipped for life.
No matter your background or current spiritual state, the invitation to draw near remains open. You don’t need to be perfect to come close to God, you just need to be hungry for Him.
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