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Hi ladies... Even though I have been in church since I was a little girl, I am just now really starting to pursue my relationship with God. Right now I can say I am a little baby in my walk with Christ. I am still nursing off of milk. So please excuse the many questions I will ask lol.
Ok so here's whats really on my mind.. INTIMATE RELATIONSHIP. How in the world do I have an intimate realtionship with God? Over and over again I hear,"Spend time with God" or "Treat Him as a friend". I know to do that, but it feels as though I am getting no where. I feel like I mine as well throw in the towel. I talk to God throughout my day sometimes and it seems like no one is there. Like I know He's listening, but I havent heard Him say anything back. My mind cannot comprehend how a person can be so close to God to the point they are constantly talking back and forth like two regular people. For example, some people cook for God. How do you do that? I am not trying to be funny or anything, but He can't really eat it, can He? And another thing where would I go in the bible to begin having an intimate relationship? This all seems like so much to handle. Just if someone has found out how to have an intimate relationship with God please let me know. This is no easy thing for me and I know some people may think "Dang this girl dont know nothing bout God." Like I said, I am a beginner to giving my ALL to Christ. How can I know if no one tells me anything? So please comment and give me any kind of advice. I am willing and determined to making this relationship with God work. I will NOT fail. I won't allow it.
Thanks sisters in advance for any advice,
Carol Jean {Desperate for Christ}
Tags: God, Intimate, Relationship
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Girl, I feel the same way sometimes! It's great that you're asking these questions--don't let anyone put you down for it. :)
Praying and spending time with God really is important. The more time you spend praying, reading your Bible (the NLT Life Application Study Bible is a great option-it breaks everything down), journaling, etc., the easier it will become to hear His voice & He'll begin to show you things...like as you're reading the Bible a Christian book, or a devotional, or as you're listening to a sermon or a message, God will show you things-kind of like an epiphany. I hope this helps!
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Thank you for your advice Victoria! I know what I need to do now :) Stop being lazy and get myself up to spend time with God!
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Journaling has changed my life!
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I love your humility and hunger for Christ. And trust me you are not the only one to ask these questions. As far as spending time with God and the whole eating a meal with God, I think that you have to be conscious that he is there with you enjoying the fellowship, Acknowledge his presence. The relationship that YOU have with God will be unique from others, but I agree with Victoria that the foundation of your relationship has to be reading His living Word. He will start to open up to you and you will begin to hear Him.
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Thanks for your advice Patrice :) I'll keep those words in mind.
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I commend you for even taking that step to pursue a relationship with Christ and to grow in and with Him. That's a BIG step! So most definitely kudos to you girl! ^_^ And one thing I've noticed is that whatever I'm feeding my spirit (if I am at all) can play a role in my prayer life! If I'm watching things I shouldn't be or listening to music I shouldn't listen to, that personally has an affect on my attitude towards furthering my walk with Christ. Hopefully this little bout of info about me helps you in some way :D
God bless!
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The love and determination you have to build a relationship with God is just beautiful. Just wanted to let you know that you are not alone and it's ok to ask questions. I got saved last month so I can totally relate. My first discussion was asking for advice on how to read the bible. I felt silly at first but there is no reason to. I just want to add that building a relationship with God is a lifetime journey. Thank God he is patient with us. What I've been doing is dedicating 30 mins or more everyday where I take time to spend with God. It involves me reading the bible, singing/listening to praise and worship songs, and just sitting there and talking to God. At first I was like, I'm just talking to myself, this is weird LOL but then something would happen relating to what I was talking to God about earlier and I'd be like wow! God you were really listening!. I hope this helps :-)
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Oh my gosh!!! Yes that is how I be feeling sometimes like Iam talking to myself lol but i started journeling too so I talk more to Him that way. Thanks for your advice! Setting a specific time to spend time with God helps :)
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Thank you! It does :)
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You are so right about what you are feeding feeding your spirit. I am trying my best now to be careful with what I watch, listen to, or the kind of people I be around. Thanks bunches ;)
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Join the club girl i just recently rededicated my life to God and although the transition is amazing Im still confused about some things in which in due time i know that will change. I talk to God all the time although i don't always get a answer right away i now know the wait and be patient and than God reveals to me what i need to know
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Thank God I am not alone lol, I be feeling all lost sometimes lol. I want to add that you are right. I will have to learn to wait on God and be patient. (an area i need help in) I feel that as long as I try to make an effort God will do His part!
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