I can remember a time in my life when I looked at other believers and marveled at their passion. I viewed them as being “on fire” for Christ. I could only say, “I don’t feel it”, and wonder how I might realize this zeal. So many of my Christian brothers and sisters have said they yearn for the same passion that drives so many to be a witness for Christ.

The Word tells us our lives indicate whether or not we are living for God. Additionally, our spiritual “temperature” can be an indicator of whether or not we are seeking Him.

Before you lose hope in Christ or confidence in your decision to follow Him, do the following. Take a few minutes to get away from the craziness of life, open your heart and mind, and ask yourself if you are diligently seeking to cultivate a deep relationship with Christ. This includes giving Him the first of your time (not the leftovers) in the reading of His Word and spending time in prayer with Him. To know him more, you must seek Him more.

When you wake in the morning, arise from bed (if only out of duty at first) ready to dig into His Word. Don’t over do it. Remember, it’s about quality not quantity. Get alone, turn the phone off, ignore the email and facebook requests, and quieten your spirit for a few minutes of reading. Take a few more minutes in prayer. The key here is undistracted time with God. Make Him the focal point of this special time. Eventually, you will find yourself trying to increase and safeguard this time with God. You’ll look back in awe, wondering how (and why) you ever started your day without this beautiful time of communion with your Father.

“For the word of God is alive and powerful. It is sharper than the sharpest two-edged sword, cutting between soul and spirit, between joint and marrow. It exposes our innermost thoughts and desires.” Hebrews 4:12

“How sweet your words taste to me; they are sweeter than honey. Your commandments give me understanding; no wonder I hate every false way of life. Your word is a lamp to guide my feet and a light for my path.” Psalm 119:103-105

God’s Word is alive! He will speak to you through it. His Word will begin to transform you in ways that will provide a glimpse of the depth of His love, mercy, and care for you. You will begin to grow closer to Him and those things that were elusive to you before will become more visible and realized.

Do you yearn for more from this life? Do you secretly desire the same fervency for Christ as others you know? Let me encourage you to get into the Word. Look to Christ and He will be faithful to reward your search!