How to be close to God

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umzza

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I feel I need to be closer to god but I feel I have to have a lot of pain to do that. Pray I am able to find a way to be close to God.
 
CharliRenee

CharliRenee

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How encouraging that you want to draw near. I fully believe He is calling to you. Pain and suffering are a part of life, Christian or not. The difference is with Him we have the mighty healer and comforter to draw near to in times of struggle. He will transform you through them as well. We must, and I put emphasis on this, TRUST HIM. I will pray for you and I am so sorry that you are hurting. I too, like all humans, know deep heartaches, struggle and loss, but by His stripes we are healed. I take great comfort under His wings. Charles Spurgeon has a quote that I have so appreciated...I have learned to kiss the waves that threw me against the Rock of Ages. Screenshot_20190424-102531_Google.jpg FB_IMG_1556057010076.jpg
 
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umzza

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CharliRenee said:
How encouraging that you want to draw near. I fully believe He is calling to you. Pain and suffering are a part of life, Christian or not. The difference is with Him we have the mighty healer and comforter to draw near to in times of struggle. He will transform you through them as well. We must, and I put emphasis on this, TRUST HIM. I will pray for you and I am so sorry that you are hurting. I too, like all humans, know deep heartaches, struggle and loss, but by His stripes we are healed. I take great comfort under His wings. Charles Spurgeon has a quote that I have so appreciated...I have learned to kiss the waves that threw me against the Rock of Ages. View attachment 197779 View attachment 197778
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I feel very empty inside even if I listen to Christian music and think about God. I pray for a bit but feel very empty still. Like the empty feeling is fixed for a bit if I have pain.
 
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levi85

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Lord we pray keep umzza, close to you so that she feels your grace and love. Lord bless this prayer and umzza, in Jesus precious name, Amen!
 
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Ann10

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You could spend some time listening to worship music and singing. I find that it helps me feel closer to God. I also like to get outside and appreciate God's creation.
 
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Caduceus

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Perhaps you are mistaken about something and making yourself more distant from God. Try praying he show you his will and accept it.
 
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umzza

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CharliRenee said:
Maybe your dopamine or serotonin isn't being secreted properly, or maybe just a vit D or other deficiencies. I do know that maybe you need to spend more time in the word, or pray while you listen and worship. God is so much more than feelings. I understand wanting to "feel" His presence. I really do. There are seasons when He seems further away. First, you must believe He is living within, trusting with all your heart, regardless if you feel Him or not. Second make sure you are taking precious care of you. Maybe you could go talk to a doctor and your pastor. Hugs and prayers.
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Idk I don't want to start taking medicine. I took some stuff for a while but I think it just made me more moody. I don't go to church but I watch stuff online. I tried talking to people but it doesn't work out. Like I don't want to go to church if I can't be successful with making friends and like real relationships with people, not just talking about how life is.
 
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umzza

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umzza said:
Idk I don't want to start taking medicine. I took some stuff for a while but I think it just made me more moody. I don't go to church but I watch stuff online. I tried talking to people but it doesn't work out. Like I don't want to go to church if I can't be successful with making friends and like real relationships with people, not just talking about how life is.
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I am getting more vitamin D though because it's spring so getting more sun
 
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umzza

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Caduceus said:
Perhaps you are mistaken about something and making yourself more distant from God. Try praying he show you his will and accept it.
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Idk I'm not really sure.
 
theanointedwinner

theanointedwinner

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Whole heart ed ly

During salvation
When we try to pray wholeheartedly and say "wholeheartedly" we also sense a void in ourselves like a bottomless pit, it's so hollow and infinite

Yet, Hebrews 7:25 - save to the utmost

Utmost!
 
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GtrPkr

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Rest assured umzza, the fact that you're here with such a request is proof that the Spirit is at work in you! God whispers.... Be still and listen :)
 
theanointedwinner

theanointedwinner

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@umzza, can I encourage you to read my testimony and be inspired?

After you read it,
Feel free to ask me whatever questions you may have
 
EmilyFoster

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I’m praying that God will renew your relationship, draw you closer to Himself and encourage you in a powerful way. Grace and peace to you, Umzza.
 
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