The way to Intimacy with God
1. Every individual is important to the Lord.
You might feel
unworthy of the Father's attention, but the truth is, you are a unique creation
and beloved in His sight. Every one of us was created in God's image (Gen. 1:26);
He designed us with the emotional and spiritual capacity to have an intimate
relationship with Him.
2. No one is too sinful
to have a close relationship with God.
According to Romans 3:23,
"All have sinned and fall short of the glory of God"
(emphasis added). In other words, no one is righteous enough
on his own to fellowship with God, who is perfectly holy. Instead of friendship
with our Creator, we deserve death and hell—everlasting separation from Him.
However, Jesus took the guilt of our sin on Himself and gave us the gift of
eternal life (Rom. 6:22-23).
3. Cultivating an intimate relationship requires a commitment.
Even if you don't
have a large home, devote one section of it to your time with God. You might
choose a chair, a small rug, or even a closet. Eventually, that place will take
on a sacred quality. There, you will find it easy to focus on the Lord and His
still, small voice.
B. Invest a
significant amount of time in getting to know your Maker.
Just like a close
friendship or good marriage, an intimate relationship with the Lord requires
time. Biblical writers often referred to "waiting on God." By this,
they meant trusting in the Lord and giving Him time to speak to their hearts,
encourage them, or answer their prayers.
C. Include Bible
reading.
Reading and
meditating on Scripture should be a regular part of your time with God. It will
teach you how the Lord thinks, remind you of His promises, and reveal areas of
your life that need His correction.
Before you read from
the Bible, ask God to speak to you. He will be faithful to reveal His truth and
show you how to apply it to your life.
As we approach God,
we must come with an attitude of humility. Proud people don't see their need
for the Lord and, consequently, resist His guidance and correction.
4. If you are willing to invest in your relationship with God, you
will reap a great reward.
Read Psalm 16:11.
Have you felt this kind of joy in the Lord's presence?
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