One barrier to full intimacy with the Savior is hurriedness. Intimacy may not be rushed. To meet with the Son of God takes time. We can't dash into his presence and choke down spiritual inwardness before we hurry to our next appointment. Inwardness is time-consuming, open only to minds willing to sample spirituality in small bites, savoring each one.
Intimacy with Christ comes from entering his presence with inner peace rather than bursting into his presence from the hassles of life. A relaxed contemplation of the indwelling Christ allows for an inner communion impossible to achieve while oppressed by busyness and care.
Holy living is not abrupt living. No one who hurries into the presence of God is content to remain for long. Those who hurry in, hurry out.
This was written by Calvin Miller, a former professor of mine as well as a pastor, author, painter and exceptional communicator. Though this article may sound spiritual and lofty, it is fundamental and basic... isn't this what we already know with regard to any relationship - friends, siblings, spouses? My prayer for each of you today is to walk with intentional pace and deliberate direction so that you won't miss God's blessing. He has blessings already planned to share with you for today, this week, this coming Sunday, this coming holiday season... every day for the rest of your lives!
If you stop long enough to wonder where God's blessing is,
you're probably moving too fast.
you're probably moving too fast.
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