Today’s Scripture is James 4: verse 8.
“Draw near to God, and He will draw near to you. Cleanse your hands, you sinners, and purify your hearts, you double-minded.”
In this verse, we see a beautiful reminder of the reciprocal nature of our relationship with God. When we take steps toward God, He promises to come closer to us. This isn’t just about physical proximity; it’s about a deep, spiritual connection that grows stronger as we seek Him earnestly.
God doesn’t force Himself on us. Instead, He waits for us to make the first move. But the moment we turn to Him, we find that He has already been reaching out to us, longing for us to come near. As C.S. Lewis said, “When we pursue God, we find that He has been pursuing us all along.”
Our journey toward God begins with a sincere heart and a desire to leave behind what separates us from Him. By cleansing our hands and purifying our hearts, we open ourselves to the fullness of His presence. And as we draw near to Him, we experience the profound truth that God is always closer than we think.
I’m Lonnie Davis, and this is a thought worth thinking.