AN INTIMATE COMPANION

Come close to God, and God will come close to you. JAMES 4: 8 NLT

God wants to build an intimate relationship with you, but do you desire the same thing? The intimate moments you share with the Savior— worshipping Him, sensing His closeness, and expressing your love for Him—are the very times when He reveals Himself to you. In fact, Exodus 33: 11 describes the conversations God had with Moses “as one speaks to a friend.” The word friend here means “intimate companion.” This is the kind of relationship He desires to have with you as well.

The Lord never intended for you to merely know about Him. He wants you to know His ways and His unconditional love for you on a deeply personal level as you go through life— to see Him as your unfailing Companion and wonderful Friend.

Therefore, draw closer to the Father in fellowship. Because when you do, you’ll trust Him more deeply and share the feelings and challenges you face with Him more openly. And you will get to know Him as Moses did— as your truly intimate, trustworthy Friend, who loves you, provides for you, and knows you best.

Lord, draw me close. May Your sweet Spirit guide all my ways, amen.

In His presence . . . confidently draw near to Him.

Stanley, Dr. Charles F. (2014-11-11). Every Day in His Presence (p. 234).