HOW TO CULTIVATE DIVINE INTIMACY RELATIONSHIP WITH GOD

Alo Ebenezer Anuoluwa Game

HOW TO CULTIVATE DIVINE INTIMACY RELATIONSHIP WITH GOD
Firstly, can we just know what cultivating means?In the content of spiritual growth, cultivating means actively working on your faith, fostering good deeds and nurturing your relationship with God and others.Intimacy means having a closed and personal relationship, particularly between individuals and God or about being opened and connected on multiple leaves and fostering a strong bond that reflects God’s love.Let proceed, let turn our scripture to James 4 vs. 4-9 which says;
4] You adulterers! Don’t you realize that friendship with the world makes you an enemy of God? I say it again: If you want to be a friend of the world, you make yourself an enemy of God.
5] Do you think the scriptures have no meaning? They say that God is passionate that the spirit he has placed within us should be faithful to him.
6] And he gives grace generously. As the scriptures say,“God opposes the proud but gives grace to the humble.”
7] So humble yourselves before God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you.
8] Come close to God, and God will come close to you. Wash your hands, you sinner; purify your hearts, for your loyalty is divided between God and the world.
9] Let there be tears for what you have done. Let there be sorrow and deep grief. Let there be sadness instead of laughter, and gloom instead of joy.
Nowadays, Christianity are transactional than relational, what I mean by that is people come to church to read their Bible and pray, not necessary to have relationship with God, but to receive from Him. They only want to receive blessings from God, seek for the next miracle and next breakthrough.The holiness life they claim is to earn from God. Don’t misquote me; receiving from God is condemned. But your intimacy with God shouldn’t be toward friendship with instance benefits.
HERE ARE SOME INDIVIDUALS IN THE BIBLE WHO EXAMPLIFIED AN INTIMACY RELATIONSHIP WITH GOD.
ABRAHAM – knew as the “friend of God” [James 2:23], Abraham demonstrated deep faith and obedience, often communicating directly with God.
MOSES - Moses had a unique relationship with God, described as speaking to him “face to face ‘.
DAVID – A man after God own heart, David expressed his intimacy with God through his psalms and prayers.
HERE ARE TEN WAYS TO CULTIVAE INTIMACY RELATIONSHIP WITH GOD, ALONG WITH BIBLE REFRENCE FOR EACH.
PRAYER – Dedicate time for prayers, expressing your thoughts, feelings, and desires to God. It’s a two-way conservation. Therefore, listen as well for His guidance. [Philippians 4:6 – 7]
BIBLE STUDY – Frequently read and meditate on your scripture to deepen your understanding of God. [2 Timothy 3:16 -17]
WORSHIP – Engage in worship, expressing your love for God through music and praise is crucial. [Psalm 95:6]
FELLOWSHIPNG – Connect with other believers to encourage one and another in faith. [Hebrews 10:24 -25]
SERVICE – Serve others as an expression of God’s love, which can draw you closer to Him. [Galatians 5:13]
GRATITUDE – Cultivate a spirit of thankfulness, recognizing God’s blessings in your life. [Thessalonians 5:16 -18]
SILENCE AND SOLITUDE – Spend time in quietness, allowing God to speak to your heart. [Psalm 46:1
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JOURNALING – Write down your prayers and reflection to track your spiritual growth. [Habakkuk 2: 2]
SPIRITUAL RETREATS - Take time away to focus solely on your relationship with God. [Mark 6: 31]
OBEDIENCE – Leave according to Gods teachings showing your commitment to Him. [John 14:15]
CONCLUSION: cultivating intimacy with God is a personal journey, so find what resonates with you and embrace it.

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