10 Keys To A Deeper Relationship With God

Growing in your love relationship with God is a deeply personal journey that involves both spiritual disciplines and heartfelt devotion. Here are some practical ways to foster and deepen your love for God:

1. Prayer: Develop a consistent and intimate prayer life. Talk to God openly and honestly about your joys, struggles, and desires. Prayer is not just about asking; it’s also about listening to God’s voice.

Here is a link to some keys to effective prayer.

2. Bible Reading: Regularly engage with Scripture to understand God’s character, His promises, and His will for your life. Meditate on His Word and let it transform your thoughts and actions.

Here is a link to some great Bible reading plans.

3. Worship: Worship is not limited to church gatherings; make it a lifestyle. Sing praises, express gratitude, and acknowledge God’s greatness in all circumstances.

Here is a link to keys to growing in a life of worship.

4. Community: Surround yourself with fellow believers who can encourage, challenge, and support you in your faith journey. Fellowship and shared experiences can deepen your understanding of God’s love.

5. Service: Engage in acts of service and compassion towards others. Jesus emphasized loving our neighbors as ourselves; serving others reflects God’s love in tangible ways.

6. Surrender: Learn to surrender your will to God’s will. Trust Him with your dreams, fears, and ambitions. Submitting to His plan cultivates a deeper intimacy with Him.

Here is a link to my personal story of learning to surrender.

7. Repentance: Regularly examine your heart and confess sins. Repentance allows for renewal and restoration of your relationship with God.

8. Spiritual Disciplines: Incorporate spiritual disciplines like fasting, solitude, and silence into your life. These practices help cultivate spiritual sensitivity and deepen your connection with God.

Here is a link to more info on seeking God in a fast.

9. Seeking Guidance: Seek guidance from mature believers or spiritual mentors who can offer wisdom and accountability in your spiritual growth.

10. Faithfulness in Obedience: Obey God’s commands willingly and faithfully. Loving God means following His teachings and aligning your life with His principles. Pray and obey.

Here is a link to growing in obedience and following Jesus.

Ultimately, growing in love for God is a journey of seeking Him with all your heart, mind, and soul. It requires intentionality, humility, and a genuine desire to know Him more deeply. Allow God’s love to transform you from within and overflow into every aspect of your life.

About Mark Cole

Jesus follower, Husband, Father, Worship Leader, Writer, Pastor, Church Consultant, Founding Arranger for Praisecharts.com, squash & tennis player, blogger & outdoor enthusiast.. (biking, hiking, skiing). Twitter: @MarkMCole Facebook: mmcole
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One Response to 10 Keys To A Deeper Relationship With God

  1. Gabriel Sunday Udoekong says:

    I am so much blessed by this teaching! God has really used you to bless my life ever since I got connected to you.
    God bless you Pastor Mark!

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