Now, that you are born again. (If you have not read how to enter into God's kingdom kindly read this post before you proceed. Enter into God's kingdom)
How do you get to know God? You know He is your Father. That is step 1. A child knows who the father is. But he has no deep relationship as yet. He is just delighted to see the father. As he grows up he comes to know and understand his father better. Its a journey, like any other relationship. And it takes time.
How do you get to know God? You know He is your Father. That is step 1. A child knows who the father is. But he has no deep relationship as yet. He is just delighted to see the father. As he grows up he comes to know and understand his father better. Its a journey, like any other relationship. And it takes time.
The journey from simply knowing WHO YOUR FATHER IS --> WHAT IS IN HIS HEART has just begun for you. God holds your hand as you prepare for this journey.
Set apart a time to communicate with God.
Set apart a time to communicate with God.
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1. Don't try to follow a religious procedure. Remember, this is a relationship. So, just be open to one. He can communicate to you in the way you can understand. Just like a parent can comfort a crying child who has not learnt to speak.
2. Read the Bible
You can start at Ephesians 1:4-11 for a greater understanding of who you are in Christ. A physical copy of the Bible is best. You can also download a free copy here.
3. Speak with God
Use Psalms to speak to Him. Psalms is a book of ranting, frank outpourings from those who had no one but God to turn to. Use it to learn how to speak with your Father.
4. Learn what God wants from your life
The same way we love our children by providing love AND rules. God also has rules that have to be followed if you want to continue down the path of godliness. Proverbs is a very good book to learn about what God expects from you.
5. Talk to Him at regular intervals. Talk to Him while you cook, while you drive, while you lie down. Talk, talk, talk.
2. Read the Bible
You can start at Ephesians 1:4-11 for a greater understanding of who you are in Christ. A physical copy of the Bible is best. You can also download a free copy here.
3. Speak with God
Use Psalms to speak to Him. Psalms is a book of ranting, frank outpourings from those who had no one but God to turn to. Use it to learn how to speak with your Father.
4. Learn what God wants from your life
The same way we love our children by providing love AND rules. God also has rules that have to be followed if you want to continue down the path of godliness. Proverbs is a very good book to learn about what God expects from you.
5. Talk to Him at regular intervals. Talk to Him while you cook, while you drive, while you lie down. Talk, talk, talk.