Devotion
Every Day
in His
Presence
Dr. Charles Stanley
August 7,2016
An Intimate Companion
Come close to God, and God will come close to you
James 4:8
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 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
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