For the eyes of the LORD range throughout the earth to strengthen those whose hearts are fully committed to him.

2 Chronicles 16:9

Do you know me well enough to trust me?

The more I know and experience with God, the more I should trust Him, but why do I find myself struggling on my trying to live on my own terms? Being dependent upon God means to trust in His power to achieve His righteousness; to save; to heal; to accomplish His plans in our lives individually and in the lives we lead.

I can know a lot about God through reading the Bible and listening to good teachers, but in order to know Him more personally, I must spend time with Him, not simply dictating my list of things for Him to do, but by praying God-Centered prayers.

Chip Ingram reminds us that prayer is “where we broaden and deepen our understanding of God; where we sharpen our understanding of ourselves; where we renew our commitment to God’s agenda.”

Yes, this is a hectic time of year, but is there a better time to make sure we have a special time or place each day where we consistently spend time with God? Let’s plan to structure time where we can be alone with God uninterrupted – free of distractions and focused on His greatness and promises.