God Is Near To Us

-October 18, 2025-

Good morning beloved, happy Saturday,

“Am I a God near at hand, says the Lord, and not a God far off.”

(Jeremiah 23:23).

Does God sometimes seem so far away? This is especially true when we are going through fiery trials, and God is silent. He is still near to us and working in us for the good and His glory.

Jesus came from far, heaven, to bring us who were far, near to God through His blood. Ephesians 2:13 says, “But now in Christ Jesus you who once far off have been by brought near by the blood of Christ.”

Though He is always near to us, He calls us to draw near to Him. James wrote, “Draw near to God and He will draw near to you. Cleanse your hands, you sinners; and purify your hearts, you double-minded” (James 4:8).

The nearness of God is based on His promises, not on our feelings which fluctuate. It says in Psalm 145:18, “The Lord is near to all who call upon Him, to all who call upon Him in truth.”

He is always there for us. Though He is the God of the universe, He is with us and cares for us. Fanny Crosby wrote in her wonderful hymn,”Draw me nearer, nearer blessed Lord, to the cross where Thou has died; Draw me nearer, nearer blessed Lord, to Thy precious, bleeding side.”

Let us then rejoice in the nearness of God and draw near to Him today. Have a blessed day. Stay safe and healthy.

We have nothing to fear when Jesus is near.