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Grow Closer to God

Have you ever wanted to get closer to God but didn’t know how to start?

You are not alone in wondering how to grow closer to God, though it can be really difficult at times. You certainly desire to have a deeper relationship with Him, but your distractions and activities frequently get in the way. The truth is, we might all benefit from improving our connection with the Lord and drawing closer to Him.

These simple tips from Kathryn Nash will help you remember that getting closer to God is as easy as doing one small thing. This is true whether you are a new Christian or have been walking with Jesus for a long time. You will be blessed and recharged if you spend time with God on a day-to-day basis.

5 Things I Stopped Doing To Grow Closer To God

1. 𝐈 𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐩𝐩𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐫𝐲𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐨 𝐄𝐀𝐑𝐍 𝐆𝐨𝐝’𝐬 𝐥𝐨𝐯𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐢𝐧𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐚𝐝, 𝐟𝐨𝐜𝐮𝐬𝐞𝐝 𝐨𝐧 𝐑𝐄𝐂𝐄𝐈𝐕𝐈𝐍𝐆
“We love because HE first loved us” (1 John 4:19)

2. 𝐈 𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐩𝐩𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐫𝐲𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐨 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐥 𝐦𝐲 𝐥𝐢𝐟𝐞 & 𝐬𝐮𝐫𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐝 𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲 𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐚 𝐨𝐟 𝐦𝐲 𝐥𝐢𝐟𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐇𝐢𝐦: My finances, my ambitions/goals, my relationships, my business.

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3. 𝐈 𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐩𝐩𝐞𝐝 𝐛𝐞𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐜𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐰𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐈 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐮𝐦𝐞 & 𝐛𝐞𝐠𝐚𝐧 𝐠𝐮𝐚𝐫𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐦𝐲 𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐭
(Proverbs 4:23)

4. 𝐈 𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐩𝐩𝐞𝐝 𝐥𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐦𝐲𝐬𝐞𝐥𝐟 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐬𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡𝐭 𝐇𝐈𝐒 𝐰𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐢𝐧𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐚𝐝. Man this is huge.

Jeremiah 29:11 “For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the LORD, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.”

5. 𝐈 𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐩𝐩𝐞𝐝 𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐨𝐧 𝐦𝐲 𝐨𝐰𝐧 𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 (Proverbs 3:5-6).

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Verses to Grow Closer to God

There are clear steps in the Bible that can help us grow in our faith and get closer to God. These Bible verses will also assist you:

“Keep this Book of the Law always on your lips; meditate on it day and night, so that you may be careful to do everything written in it. Then you will be prosperous and successful” (Joshua 1:8, NIV).

“Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is—his good, pleasing and perfect will” (Romans 12:2, NIV).

“But if from there you seek the Lord your God, you will find him if you seek him with all your heart and with all your soul” (Deuteronomy 4:29, NIV).

Header image: Kathryn Nash [minibutmighty_]. Instagram, 30 December 2023,

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Year 2024

The year 2024 has arrived, serving as a reminder of God’s mercy and love, as it offers new hope and beginnings to many. However, the utmost importance lies in an individual’s yearning to cultivate a deeper relationship with God. If you find yourself praying for a breakthrough, influencer Jenessa Wait has shared five valuable reminders that may prove helpful.

1. God doesn’t want your perfection, He desires your surrender.

As a Christian, surrendering is the essential posture that can potentially lead to breakthroughs. As a notable quote suggests, the most powerful Christians are those who have fully surrendered. Therefore, this year, it is crucial to remember that striving for perfection is unnecessary. Instead, the goal should be to surrender to Christ.

2. His presence isn’t based on your performance, it’s based on Christ’s sacrifice.

One of the significant tactics employed by the enemy against God’s children is to cast doubt on their worth and identity. As a result, individuals often find themselves basing their self-worth on performance. To combat this, believers must firmly stand upon the foundation of Christ’s sacrifice as the source of their worth, rather than relying on anything external to it.

3. Abide in Him and you will bear fruit.

John 15:4 says, “Abide in Me, and I in you. As the branch cannot bear fruit of itself unless it abides in the vine, neither can you, unless you abide in Me.”

There is no alternative path to growing closer to God except through Him. Therefore, obedience becomes the key to deepening that connection.

4. Don’t resist a pruning season. God is cutting away so the increase can come.

Pruning is a process that can be painful and challenging. Therefore, if God is leading His child into such a season, it is essential to yield to His ways and plans, allowing His purpose to prevail. It is crucial to always remember to trust in God’s plans.

5. Ask Jesus more questions this year!

A believer should never hesitate to ask God questions, as it is an integral part of their relationship with Him. Therefore, it is important to remember to inquire of Jesus, seeking answers that can potentially strengthen one’s faith in God.

Header Image: JENESSA WAIT [@jenessawait]. Influencer. Instagram, 2 Jan. 2024, https://www.instagram.com/reel/C1kItrLLQig/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link

grow closer to God

5 Things I Stopped Doing To Grow Closer To God

Grow Closer to God

5 Things I Stopped Doing To Grow Closer To God

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Verses to Grow Closer to God

Jenessa Wait Shared 5 Things To Remember ‘If You Want To Grow Closer To God In 2024’

Year 2024

1. God doesn’t want your perfection, He desires your surrender.

2. His presence isn’t based on your performance, it’s based on Christ’s sacrifice.

3. Abide in Him and you will bear fruit.

4. Don’t resist a pruning season. God is cutting away so the increase can come.

5. Ask Jesus more questions this year!

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