45 days to Draw Near

Draw near to God, and he will draw near to you. Cleanse your hands, you sinners, and purify your hearts, you double-minded

James 4:8 ESV

There are many signs that the current year is coming to its end. The cooler temperature or the recent time change. What was once a bright and sunny time, 4pm central standard means that the sun is setting soon.

As other signs from nature like falling leaves signify the year’s end, there is also the personal awareness that another year is closing – often being a time to reflect on what was or was not accomplished.

I too, like many of us, had a list, an idea, a plan (or three), specific outcomes and changes that I was striving towards, that I am working towards. I know that I was prayerful at the end of last year and beginning of this year, truly seeking the Lord for direction for this year.

And so when I was reflecting on the things that did not quite happen the way I thought or not at all; through the Holy Spirit, I realized that there was still time to pursue something of great importance.

The most important action that I could take for the remainder of the year is to draw near to the Lord. In Him is where I find the peace and reassurance of His perfect will for my life this year, next year, the year after and forever. As the scripture continues, the result of drawing near is an act of sanctification; pressing the believer to turn away from sin and towards oneness with God, instead of double-mindedness.

Today marks 45 days left in 2023. Let’s ignite a fervent focus to drawing near to, spending time with, deepening or developing our relationship with God. It’s where we’ll find joy, strength and perseverance. And if we seek God, if we draw near to Him; He will draw near to us.

Trust God. Seek Him. Be Affirmed in Christ.

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