Supplement your faith with a generous provision of moral excellence, and moral excellence with knowledge {2 Pet. 1:5}
Many good Christians pay little attention to knowing God better, which stunts their spiritual growth. Although they get away with it up to a point, they complain that they sometimes don't know how and what to pray; they don't have enough time; they don't know what to say to God; their thoughts wander in all directions. Many simply lose heart and give up.
The truly great Christian disciples have one thing in common - they make time for God in their lives. They persevere in this through thick and thin, because it invigorates and refreshes them. They know God has always loved them and continues to love them in Christ. They know that, no matter how intense the pressure, they are in urgent need of regular contact with God. They also know that it is during the time they spend with God in solitude that they get new perspectives on life, new strength to really live life, and understand themselves better. When they face problems, they involve God in the matter and find that they are able to press ahead. They enter into the presence of God and experience the assurance that He accepts them, and come to know that they can accept themselves.
Many wrestle through crises, sickness, disaster, doubt and problems with newfound strength and power. They know where their secret lies: in the renewal that takes place as a result of their intimate walk with God. Try it and experience the amazement.
Holy Father, grant me time in Your presence, getting to know You more. Amen.
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