Presence of God

Psalms 16:11 - "You make known to me the path of life; in your presence there is fullness of joy; at your right hand are pleasures forevermore."

God's presence provides comfort in times of trouble (or anxiety) and when we seek Him we find encouragement and strength to praise Him. Knowing God is present will keep our behaviour respectful and humble, for God hears our every word and holds us accountable. He will not tolerate pride, and will bring our speech under his judgment. However, He will exalt those who humble themselves before Him.

God also displayed His presence as a place of worship. The Bible describes heaven as a place filled with God's presence. Angels stand in God's presence and act on His authority as He directs them. Christ completed His earthly ministry by entering "heaven itself, now to appear for us in God's presence".

God's presence is a place where prayer is heard. David sought the Lord's presence when Israel faced a three-year famine. We can approach the Lord with confidence because of Christ's finished work on our behalf. Furthermore, God promises to hear and forgive those who come into his presence with humble repentance.

And God's presence is also a place of blessing. David counted it a joy to experience the Lord's presence, and Peter described it as the source of blessing for all who place their faith in Christ. To experience God's presence is to experience the shining of God's face (Psalm 67:1) and He has promised to be with us until He comes again.

Let's strive to be in God's presence as this is the ultimate place of blessing, which will motivate us to be faithful in all that we do.

Have A Blessed Day!

God Bless

Every Day With Jesus