Nearer to God

“I speak to God in public.”

I also like my alone time in private prayer for freedom and serenity. Sometimes I get so distracted by worldly matters, I fail to seek Him for self-guidance. At times I think I know it all and don’t have to worry about an outcome. I’ve even had times where I felt there was no need to listen intuitively because currently, things were exceptionally well. Each time I put God as an afterthought; there He was waiting. He was waiting for me to come back, to seek Him with my whole heart. Once I saw the disarray and confusion, sometimes before everything went cray or sometimes after; I knew I had to get with God and stay close to Him.

I’ve come to a point in life where I enjoy peace.

One of the greatest sources to find peace is in God’s word. At a former job I always took walks on my break. A few months before my job exit, I could feel God’s warmth wrapped around me to the point where I would sing and hum songs. If I had my headphones during my walk, I would play the song that lifted me spiritually and put my mind at ease. The calmness in the wind and in the scenery of God’s creations gave me a desire to basque in God’s presence. I would pray before going back to work to finish the day. I was refreshed. In this season, I listened to more sermonettes on my way to work, during my lunch, and after work. I thought I was enjoying these walks and sermonettes just because; however, the reality was God was preparing me for a certain day and time. This sense of closeness was something I couldn’t pass up. It was love, joy, and peace wrapped in grace.

When I finally left that job for good, there was no sorrow. God was preparing me for that very moment. If I had neglected to be in His presence the months leading up to my departure, I would’ve failed in preparation and understanding.

His peace was the ultimate blessing upon my exit.

As life continues on with challenges and triumphs, I now seek to find that special time just to be nearer to God. The opportunity to hear and seek God is what I hold dear. It’s not an easy task when you’re used to so much going on around; however, it is a change that can make all the difference in your days. To have your mind and heart filled with positivity and to have your doubts soothed makes a difference. It’s a good feeling to feed your inner being. We never know how that sense of positivity will later help in overcoming or pressing through the upcoming weeks. Speak to God in public, find a quiet place just to be in His presence. Whatever you do, find that peace, be filled with joy, and let God’s warmth bring you rest.

Keep in mind: Philippians 4:7, “And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds in Christ Jesus.”