Closeness to the Lord

For I determined not to know any thing among you, save Jesus Christ, and him crucified (1 Corinthians 2:2)

It is only in Jesus that we find satisfaction; it is only in Him that out souls are content, Christ should be our beginning , our end, and everything between. Everything we do should have a reason that eventually traces back to our Savior. If He wouldn't approve, we shouldn't be doing it.

Set you affection on things above, not on things on the earth (Colossians 3:2).

"One thing that is sorely lacking in the lives of many, many Christians today is a daily, continual sense of awareness of the presence of God. Busyness of life, the allure of the world, and undisciplined lifestyles all serve to desensitize us to the Lord's presence. Learning to focus on Christ in the midst of daily life is a challenge all face."

... and they shall call his name Emmanuel, which being interpreted is, God with us (Matthew 1:23b).

Being in the presence of our Lord brings immense sweetness into our lives. Once a person experiences this unique closeness, it's hard to live without it. He becomes the center of our whole being. We begin to truly sense His great love for us, and it can be overwhelming in a good way. How close is your relationship with the Master? Pray for Him to draw you closer and He will. Seek and ye shall find.

... I am come that they might have life, and that they might have it more abundantly (John 10:10b)

Quote and some ideas taken from The Lost Art of Practicing his Presence by James Goll.

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