Tag Archives: intimacy with God

The Voice of the LORD

In the midst of all the lists in Numbers it is easy to miss the little gems like this description of Moses’ prayer life. Continue reading

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Show Me Your Glory

Moses sought and found an intimacy with God that was quite rare and precious: “The LORD would speak to Moses face to face, as a man speaks with his friend.” Continue reading

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He Walked with God

We really don’t know much about Enoch. But we do know this: he walked with God. That makes me want to know more. Continue reading

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Unlimited Access

Jesus provides a way for all believers to enter into the Most Holy Place. Furthermore, we are able to come to this place of intimacy with God without fear. We may come with confidence. Continue reading

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Devoted to Closeness

What is God looking for in his people? He is looking for people who are devoted to be close to Him. Continue reading

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The Good Shepherd

Welcome to the sheep pen. You have heard the voice of the Shepherd and have entered through the gate to life lived to the full. Continue reading

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Thirsty

We are created with a need for water, a thirst that must be satisfied.  This truth, obvious in the physical realm, is just as true in the spiritual realm.  Like the Psalmist, we are created with a thirst for “living water.” Continue reading

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The Voice of the LORD

Moses had an unusual intimacy with God: “The LORD would speak to Moses face to face, as a man speaks with his friend” (Ex 33:11).    Continue reading

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He Walked with God

We really do not know a lot about Enoch. Though there is much speculation about him in extra-biblical literature, there are no stories of his life in the biblical text itself. But there is this incredible testimony: “Enoch walked with God; then he was no more, because God took him away.” It makes me want to know more. Continue reading

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Lukewarm

As with any relationship, our relationship with the Lord can over time become “lukewarm.” In such times, we lack the passion, the desire, the zeal we once had. We get sloppy about our obedience. We often think we “have it together,” but it’s clear that something is just not right. Continue reading

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