The LORD is near to all who call upon Him,
To all who call upon Him in truth.
Psalms 145:18 (NASB)
Lord, if you will make me rich, I’ll follow your ways. If you’ll do this one special thing for me, then I’ll always do what you ask of me.
Hmmm. That doesn’t sound terribly sincere, does it? How can we expect to be “near” God if we are simply seeking ways to please ourselves?
Do you want to be close to God? Then seek Him in all sincerity, with integrity, honor and without deception. He sees you as you really are, anyway, so don’t think you can “put anything over” on Him.
Look back on the past year…did you get closer to God? Think about times you have been close to God… Is there anything more calming or more reassuring than being close to the Creator of the Universe?
As we approach the new year, remember God’s promise to you:
when you search for Me with all your heart.
Jeremiah 29:13 (NASB)
And those who diligently seek me will find me.
Proverbs 8:17 (NASB)
Seek Him diligently, in truth and with all your heart. He will not disappoint.
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