Have You Spent Time With God Lately?
Written by kennethgregory
Posted on Wednesday, May 7, 2008 at 03:20 PM.
(A look at knowing God)
The idea for this message, somewhat stems from an old hit song by Janet Jackson, called "What Have You Done For Me, Lately?" Donât get me wrong, I am not knocking this song, however, it works as a perfect example of how we often approach God. In manâs mind life only revolves around himself. Too often we come to God with this "what can you do for me lately" attitude. It is so sad that we sometimes are guilty of treating God as if He is just some genie in a bottle, who must only emerge to do our bidding, then return to "his bottle" until further notice.
God is holy, and we should come before Him in reverence. If we were to ask Him this question; "Lord, what is Your will for me today?" He would reply, "Empty yourself, draw near, lay aside all your worries and concerns and fellowship with Me, for it is My desire for you to know Me". This can not be accomplished any other way, but by making prayer a priority, and by mediating on His word daily. The scripture says; "Mine eyes prevent the night watches, that I might meditate in thy word." (Psalms 119:148) It is not just enough to show up at church, give our tithes and offerings, or even to serve in the ministry. These things are very important and we ought to be doing all of them. However, more importantly, God wants to spend time with us.
A husband and a wife can never really know one another, unless they spend time together. The same is true with knowing God, for He has revealed Himself through His word, and unless we are spending time reading, studying and hearing His word, we can never really know Him, nor can we build a faith that can stand up against the storms of life. In fact, according to the Bible, the growth of our faith is directly related to hearing Godâs word; Romans 10:17 says; So then faith cometh by hearing, and hearing by the word of God.
If you feel like youâve been inconsistent with meeting with God daily, then you can start a fresh, meet with Him right now in prayer. Ask Him to help you to commit to a daily routine of prayer, a consistent habit of studying His word and a constant practice of sharing it with others, for it is His will to do so.
May the Lord bless you daily
Kenny Gregory
