I'm as close to God as I choose to be.
"Draw close to God, and God will draw close to you." James 4:8
Question: What practical choices will I make today i order to grow closer with God?
For me, it's talking to Him. Whether it's a conversation or prayer, it's simply talking to Him.
This is a great sequel from the last chapter. Developing that friendship can also refer to "surrendering". Normally our best friends know almost everything about us. It's because we trust them and telling them our darkest fears or other details means that we are surrendering to them. I want you to think about the phrase "I'm as close to God as I choose to be" for a while and repeat it to yourself. Are you happy where you at, content, or disappointed?
With the mention of honesty; we are honest with our best friends. In the same way, we have to be hosest with God. Sure, He knows EVERYTHING about us, even though when we pray we sometimes don't say what's on our heart. But it's saying EVERYTHING on our heart will develop that relationship with God and getting rid of the "baggage" that we carry with us. It's SURRENDERING!
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