Resently I've been finding myself eating just to eat, not specifically b/c I'm hungry. I guess that is normal being an American, but it's not when it comes to being a christian. I've known for forever that being a christian doesn't mean that I'll get funny feelings or cry everytime I'm at church or wanting to "feel" God. Being a christian is so much more than feelings. I have to remind myself everyday that if i want to become closer to God i have to work at it. James 4:8 says "come near to God and He will come near to you." If I run to God in prayer or though reading the bible (His Word) I can rest knowing that he is close to me. He is just waiting for me to me to chase after him like he has been chasing after my attention since the day i was born. I think alot of people don't realize is: yes, God has given us free will, but He is still waiting for us to want to be friends with Him, He's not going to force us to talk to, love and worship Him b/c that is how He shows His love for us. Though not forcing us. I got back from summer camp w/my youth group (H2O!) a few weeks ago and God did some amazing things in the lives of students (physical, emotional and spiritual healing!!) but nothing really crazy happened to me personally. Prob. the most major thing that happened to me was just realizing that "We will hunger for what we feed on..." -Nate Ruch. If I am constantly seeking God and wanting to be close to Him there is no possible way that I can feel far from Him or in a dry time!
Just wanted to share an event in my life,
hopefully it has some benifit to you as well,
peace and love, Heidi :)
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