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If you’ve ever felt distant from God…

If you’ve ever felt distant from God… this is for you 🤍

One of the most beautiful threads woven through Scripture is this:

God has always wanted to dwell with His people.

From Eden → to the wilderness → to the cross → to the Holy Spirit within us…

His plan was never distance. It was presence.

In Genesis, He walked in the garden.

In Exodus, He instructed them to build a sanctuary so He could dwell among them.

In the New Testament, we learn our bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit.

The story of the Bible isn’t about a God pulling away.

It’s about a God continually moving closer.

If you’ve been feeling disconnected, overwhelmed, or spiritually dry… maybe it isn’t that God moved.

Maybe He’s inviting you back into closeness.

I dive deeper into this in today’s Daily Bread post; breaking down how God’s desire has always been proximity, not distance.

You can read it at

🤍 pocketprayersdaily.com

Let’s grow deeper, together.

#godisgood #christian #biblestudy #christianblogger #womanofgod

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... Read moreIf you've ever experienced moments when God feels distant or your spiritual life feels dry, you're not alone. Many believers journey through seasons of spiritual dryness or disconnect, wondering if God has moved away. But reflecting deeply on Scripture reveals a beautiful and consistent truth: God’s desire has always been to be near us, not distant. This closeness started in Eden, where God walked with Adam and Eve in the garden, enjoying personal fellowship. Even when humanity fell into sin, God didn’t abandon His plan for intimacy. Instead, He instructed His people to build a sanctuary, a physical place where His presence could dwell among them. This shows God's commitment to creating ways to bridge the gap caused by human shortcomings. Moving into the New Testament, the presence of God becomes even more intimate. The Holy Spirit dwells within believers, making their bodies temples of God. This signifies a profound level of closeness, far beyond mere proximity. God’s presence becomes personal and internal, empowering us in our daily lives. When we feel overwhelmed or distant, it often isn’t God who is distant but us who might be distracted or burdened by life's stresses. It’s helpful to remember that God’s heart is for relationship, not religious ritual or distance. Practicing simple spiritual disciplines like prayer, quiet meditation on Scripture, or even journaling your thoughts and feelings can help cultivate a sense of closeness. In my personal experience, during times I've felt spiritually distant, taking steps to invite God back into the center of my day—whether through a morning devotional or moments of gratitude—led to renewed peace and connection. Feeling God's presence is a journey, often requiring intentional pursuit. Remember, God’s presence isn’t conditional; He promises never to leave or forsake us (Deuteronomy 31:8). Even when circumstances make it hard to feel His nearness, He remains with us, inviting us into deeper intimacy. Embracing this truth can transform feelings of disconnection into hope and spiritual growth.