We cannot survive without God’s love living in our hearts. This must be the focal point of our lives. This world does not have what our souls need.“Man cannot live by bread alone.”This statement from Jesus is major direction for our lives. The world—and the things of this world—cannot give us life. We can’t live on trinkets. If we try, our souls will perish.
Many people desire a closer relationship with God. So they try cleaning up their lives (that’s good), they read their Bibles (that’s good), and they listen to sermons (also good). But the one thing God desires most is direct contact—talking to Him as a friend. Telling Him directly how much you love Him. Speaking to Him as someone dear to you, and giving Him the chance to speak back—because He loves you deeply and has things to tell and reveal to you. He is so in love with you and wants that closeness. So instead of settling for indirect contact,…
A child gains peace by being connected to its parents, and if they are good, loving parents, great peace is gained because of that connection—knowing that their parents will be there for them. If they get sick, they will lovingly care for them. If they get hurt, the parent will bind up the wound and give them a loving kiss. Great peace and security come from this relationship. What we are connected to can bring great peace or great turmoil. Our connection to God can bring great peace to us. Jesus said, "My peace I give to you." That peace…