Nov 02 2007
Closer together
What practical choices will I make today in order to grow closer to God?
The Purpose Driven Life, p. 99
I used to commute 3 hours from San Diego from/to Irvine. I had my car’s mp3 player playing all of my favourite Christian songs, such as Hillsong, Lakewood Church Live, and WOW series. When I sung those songs, I felt closer to God. I felt I knew what God had to say to me. Many times I really looked forward to driving that long distance just to get connected with God in my mobile sanctuary.
God wants me to know Him more. I need to be in total connection with Him. I need to talk to Him more. Pastor Rick suggested (in the book) to speak short sentences that glorifies God, such as “Thank you, Lord”, “I want to know you”, “Help me trust you”. They are breath prayers. I’ve used this a lot after taking a deep breath. They clear my mind of any worries and doubts. They are the most practical thing I can do to be closer to God.
Draw near to God and He will draw near to you.
James 4:8a (NAS)
