7 Ways to Get Closer to God 🩷✨

It's so wonderful to want to grow closer to God! Those 7 ways are truly foundational, and I've found that consistency is key, even when it feels like a struggle. I wanted to share a few more thoughts on how to really make these practices stick and deepen your spiritual journey. First, let's talk about consistency, especially with starting your mornings with Him or reading a verse daily. Life gets busy, and it's easy to let those quiet moments slip away. What’s helped me is to literally schedule it. Treat it like an important appointment. Even if it's just five minutes of prayer or reading one verse, that small, consistent effort builds over time. Don't beat yourself up if you miss a day; just pick right back up. Remember, God's grace is endless. Then there's the challenge of trying to be still in a world full of noise. It's tough! Beyond finding a quiet space, I've learned that sometimes being still can happen during a walk in nature, or even just sitting silently in your car before heading into work. The goal is to create space for His voice. This ties into the idea of protecting what you allow around you – sometimes, that means turning off notifications or limiting social media just to create mental quietness. It’s about being intentional with your environment. Another powerful aspect that complements these personal practices is community. While your personal walk with God is deeply intimate, we're not meant to do it alone. Finding a trusted friend, a small group, or a mentor who shares your faith can be incredibly uplifting. They can offer encouragement when you're struggling to talk to Him throughout your day, pray for you when you need it most, and provide a safe space to discuss what you're learning when you read a verse daily. Sharing experiences and insights can bring new perspectives and strengthen your resolve. Finally, remember that these practices aren't just about feeling good; they're about transformation. As you learn to let go of guilt and truly embrace His unconditional love, you'll find yourself more open to living out your faith in daily actions. How can you take what you're writing down in your prayers and put it into practice? How can the peace you find in being still empower you to love your neighbors more fiercely or serve others with more joy? It's about letting those 7 ways permeate every aspect of your life, making your faith not just a private practice, but a vibrant, living reality that impacts those around you.