Drawing Close to God When You Feel Spiritually Distant

'“You are as close to God as you choose to be.” Chapter Twelve of The Purpose Driven Life opens with this statement. This reflection explores what closeness with God is really built on- honesty, obedience, caring about what God cares about, and a growing desire to know Him. From Job’s raw prayers to Jesus’ invitation to friendship, this post is a push to stop performing and start drawing near, bringing our unedited hearts to God, trusting He meets us with mercy and grace right on time.