Practicing the Presence of God
Scripture Foundation
"For where two or three gather in my name, there am I with them." - Matthew 18:20
"You are familiar with all my ways; you know my going out and coming in; you know my resting and my rising." - Psalm 139:7-12
"Set your hearts on things above, where Christ is seated at the right hand of God." - Colossians 3:2-3
"If you say, 'Brother or sister is my enemy,' you no longer practice the laws of our Father in heaven." - Luke 17:3
Main Content
God is present with us wherever we go, regardless of our circumstances. He knows our every thought, our every move, and our every desire. When we acknowledge this reality, we open ourselves up to a deeper sense of connection and intimacy with Him.
As we reflect on Psalm 139:7-12, we are reminded that God's awareness and involvement in our lives is constant. He is familiar with our every step, our every move, and our every thought. This knowledge should fill us with a sense of security and trust in His presence.
Learning Objectives
- Recognize the importance of God's presence in daily life through reflection on Matthew 18:20
- Explain how Psalm 139:7-12 illustrates God's constant awareness and involvement in one's life
- Demonstrate a sense of unity with Christ by focusing on the 'Christ in you' (Colossians 3:2-3)
- Identify and resist sinful patterns of thought and behavior that distract from being 'before God' (Luke 17:3)
Application Steps
- Take a few moments each day to reflect on God's presence in your life. Ask yourself, 'Where am I experiencing God's presence today?'
- Memorize Psalm 139:7-12 and reflect on its truth throughout the day
- Identify areas where you struggle to sense God's presence and pray for His help in those areas
Reflection Questions
What are some ways you have experienced God's presence in your life recently? How has this affected your relationship with Him?