CONSIDER IT
As much as we want to experience God's Presence, we often shy away from Him. We know we are unworthy in and of ourselves to approach Him. His Presence reminds us of our smallness and sinfulness.
If we have put our faith in Christ, though, we are clothed in His worthiness. Because Jesus died for us, we don't have to try to be good enough -- His goodness is all we will ever need. Reminding ourselves of that will help us to stop running away from God and draw closer to Him.
EXPERIENCE IT
"Come to Me for understanding since I know you far better than you know yourself. I comprehend you in all of your complexity; no detail of your life is hidden from Me. I view you through eyes of grace, so don't be afraid of My intimate awareness. Allow the Light of my Healing Presence to shine into the deepest recesses of your being - cleansing, healing, refreshing, and renewing you. Trust Me enough to accept the full forgiveness that I offer you continually. This great gift, which cost Me My Life, is yours for all eternity. Forgiveness is at the very core of My abiding Presence. I will never leave you or forsake you.
"When no one else seems to understand you, simply draw closer to Me. Rejoice in the One who understands you completely and loves you perfectly. As I fill you with My Love, you become a reservoir of love, overflowing into the lives of other people"
-Jesus
How do you think God views you? Have you received God's forgiveness for your sins? Do you want to?"
"Shift your focus from your performance to My radiant Presence. The Light of My Love shines on you continually, regardless of your feelings or behavior. Your responsibility is to be receptive to this unconditional Love. Thankfulness and trust are your primary receptors. Thank Me for everything: trust in Me at all times. These simple disciplines will keep you open to My loving Presence"
(Experiencing God's Presence / Sarah Young)
Scripture Insight: Psalm 139:1-6
"O LORD, you have searched me and you know me. You know when I sit and when I rise; you perceive my thoughts from afar. You discern my going out and lying down; you are familiar with all my ways. Before a word is on my tongue you know it completely, O LORD. You hem me in - behind and before; you have laid your hand upon me. Such knowledge is too wonderful for me, too lofty for me to attain"
ReplyDelete(Psalm 139:1-6 / New International Version)