Peace comes not from the absence of trouble, but from the presence of God. – Alexander MacLaren
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Thought to Ponder – This year, forget all other resolutions. Instead, choose to pursue God and embrace His presence.
Welcome back to Renew Inspiration! Let’s start with this question – How often do you seek to embrace God’s presence in your life? For some, this is done daily and for others it is done on an as needed basis. What does it really mean to embrace God’s presence? Well, I believe embracing God’s presence simply means to allow God to guide your every step and decision throughout your spiritual journey.
Here’s some ways for us to embrace God’s presence:
- Reading, studying, and meditating on God’s Word
- Fasting and praying regularly
- Inviting God into your presence and talking to Him
- Confessing your sins and repenting to God
- Reading daily devotions and inspirational books
- Singing praise and worship songs
- Listening to sermons and spiritual messages
- Writing in your spiritual journal or notebook
Always remember to put God first in everything you do. Don’t forget to acknowledge God’s presence in the simple and more complicated things in life. After all, embracing God’s presence is a choice, so choose wisely and make God a priority in your life.
INDICATIONS OF GOD’S PRESENCE IN OUR LIVES
The glory of God in our lives is the experience and expression of the presence of God. – Patrick Oben
The presence of God is all around us. Take a moment and close your eyes. Relax and breathe slowly. Can you feel God’s presence and anointing right now in this very moment? God inhabits every part of our lives except for the parts that we refuse to share with Him. When we don’t sense God’s presence in our lives and daily routines, it’s not because God leaves us, but it’s because we have not developed a true relationship and deep awareness of God’s presence in our lives. This process takes not only practice, but it also takes commitment and the willingness to surrender to God’s will throughout our lives.
Here’s some important qualities that are indications of God’s presence in our lives:
- Peace (Romans 15:33; Philippians 4:9) – When you know God’s presence, you can have inward calm despite chaos around you because He is the God of peace.
- Rest, Refreshment (Matthew 11:28; Acts 3:19) – When you acknowledge God’s presence within, you will always have rest and feel refreshed.
- Encouragement (Psalm 16:11; 21:6) – When you are aware of God’s presence, you can’t help but be full of joy and gladness because with Him come eternal blessings.
- Shelter (Psalm 16:8-11; 31:20) – When you acknowledge God’s presence, you can feel secure and protected at all times.
- Enlightenment (Psalm 89:15; 90:8) – When you get in touch with God’s presence, you will allow God to order your steps, then you will follow.
- Nearness (Psalm 145:18; James 4:8) – When you bask in God’s presence, you can feel a sense of comfort knowing that God accepts you right where you are and you feel Him close to you.
- Contentment (Hebrews 13:5) – When you experience God’s presence, you can be satisfied because you know you have all you need.
- Endurance (Psalm 46:1; Isaiah 41:10) – When you spend quality time in God’s presence, you can feel renewed as you find His strength to help move you forward.
As you travel throughout your spiritual journey, there are always obstacles that you encounter, but you must work around them in order to embrace God’s presence and see him clearly in your life. It’s always important to stay away from anything and anyone who blocks you from being in the presence of God. Through this spiritual process, remember to seek God’s face by calling and pleading for Him to fill your presence with His anointing from on high. Only then will you receive the necessary peace, comfort, security, and healing from God. Be peaceful, be happy, be whole.
Psalm 16:11 says, “You make known to me the path of life; in your presence there is fullness of joy; at your right hand are pleasures forevermore.”
SPIRITUAL AFFIRMATIONS
One of the greatest joys in life is spending time in God’s presence. – Unknown Author
Affirmations will help you to focus on improving yourself. You can spend 5 – 10 minutes in meditation, journaling, or yoga with mantras. Self-love, positivity, open-mindedness, help set you in the right direction. Designate a time in the morning and at night when you can recite affirmations aloud while looking at yourself in the mirror. By saying them aloud, you hear the powerful words, and it can help you internalize them as true. The key to seeing a positive change in life is to say the affirmations with conviction and make it a personal experience.
Spiritual affirmations are simple, positive statements that helps us realign with our higher selves, bringing a sense of calm and purpose back into our lives.
Here’s a few of my favorite spiritual affirmations:
- I am grateful for each breath God gives me.
- I am in harmony with the flow of the universe.
- I am grounded in the present moment, connected to my higher self.
- I know how to be quiet and still so I can hear God’s voice.
- I embrace peace, love, and light in every moment.
- I will hold my head high because I am everything God said that I am.
- I am guided by divine wisdom in all that I do.
- My soul is aligned with the energy of love and compassion.
- I welcome spiritual growth and transformation into my life.
- I have confidence that I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.
JOURNAL PROMPTS
The presence of God calms the soul and gives it quiet and repose. – Francois Fenelon
Journaling is a powerful way to process events in your life, build self-awareness, get more clarity, and keep yourself on track. Journaling also allows for past reflection, future insight, and present surrender. Keep in mind that this is a journey and be patient with yourself. Ready, set, write!
- How do you plan to embrace God’s presence in your life?
- Have you identified the necessary steps needed for this to take place?
- What limiting beliefs are holding you back from embracing God’s presence?
- When do you feel God’s presence the most? the least?
- What area(s) do you need to put more trust in God?
- What advice do you need to receive from God?
- How can you strengthen your relationship, trust, and faith in God?
Along life’s journey it’s important to work towards becoming more and more Christ like. In order to do this, you must learn to embrace God’s presence in any situation.
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