Maybe you’re like a friend of mine who didn’t know God, but was searching. When I told her that He was seeking her, wanting to capture her heart, she asked how I knew.
Are you like her? If so, the fact that you’re reading these words now just might mean that God is seeking you.
Did you stumble over this blog by “accident”? Did you click on a link and then another link and “somehow” end up finding this site and reading this post?
I believe that God led you here. Why? Because He is always at work—even when you are unaware of it. You may not yet realize this, but if you’re considering God’s existence or “searching” for truth—in actuality—you are being sought by God Himself.
Scripture tells us that we are so “lost” we don’t seek after God on our own initiative. But as He begins to draw us to Himself, we respond to His drawing (Rom. 3:10–18, John 6:44).
God created you and is aware of all your past, every thought you’ve ever had, every impure motive and action. Yet, He still wants to pursue you. He knows and cares about what you’re walking through today.
He continually puts signposts in our lives to point us to His reality. God has lots of signposts! He communicates to us by revealing Himself through creation (Rom. 1:20; Ps. 19:1–6). Just as when you look at a beautiful painting and that gives you some indication of the personality and ability of the artist—in the same way, looking at God’s creation masterpiece gives us clues about God.
As we observe the wonder of the heavens, the beauty of a sunset, the power in a thunderstorm, or the splendor of a waterfall, we’re seeing “signposts” of the genius and intelligence of its Creator.
God has also inserted evidence of His existence within us by giving us a conscience—the innate understanding of justice, morality, and right and wrong (see Rom. 1:18–19). However, most foolishly ignore or reject this knowledge of God (Rom. 1:21–23, 28– 32).
Amazingly, God has also revealed Himself to us by coming to earth in the form of a man—Jesus Christ (Heb. 1:1–4; Col. 1:15–23; John 3:16–17). And the unbelievable (yet true) thing is, He came in order to pay the penalty for our wickedness and to cleanse us that we might have a relationship with God and ultimately display His wisdom.
If you are searching for God, I hope you’ll continue until you find the truth. And truth is found in the person of Jesus Christ (John 14:6).
God is graciously pursuing your heart. I pray you will see His redemptive, loving, and merciful character and will come to know Him and experience all He has for you.
Oh, and my friend who was in the searching phase? God captured her heart, and she can’t stop telling others about Him.
How about you? Has He drawn you to Himself? If so, please share your story with us. I’d love to hear it!
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can I please be out of a line a bit, I've just been married and things haven't been so good. I'm not working, I've moved to a totaly new city where I can't go anywhere alone. Therefore I'm always locked up in our flat everyday since my husband is working morning till late. We don't have a television, there's no computer and internet to stay connected, I feel I'm going to lose my mind sitting here starring at the walls, reading and praying and sleeping throughout the day. Is it wrong if I ask for a television. We aren't informed about the news around us, he meets with people at work everyday but I've got no-one the whole week till Sunday church time. Is this normal for a person?
on Thursday, November 29, 2012 at 10:02 am
on Thursday, November 29, 2012 at 11:19 am
Relocating is a challenge, isn't it? It takes time to find and develop friendships. But don't despair. A TV isn't the best answer to your loneliness. You will find little there to direct your mind to holiness.
Perhaps your post isn't so far "out of line" as you think. Is your loneliness a call from God to seek after Him...the one who is a friend that is closer than a brother? There will be other seasons in your life when you will find it difficult to carve out the time for deep Bible studies and relaxed, intimate prayer. Thank God for this blessing that He has given you today. Be content in the state you have found yourself. (This could be a pun. lol)
I suggest you order a book from ROH to direct your study. As a new wife, "Lies Women Believe: And the Truth That Sets Them Free" would be an excellent choice. Get the study guide too.
Studying this book has the potential to transform your life because it applies Biblical truth to the issues women face. Maybe there is another woman in your neighborhood who would like to do the study with you. You may find that you have a ministry right where you live.
I will be praying for you. It wasn't by accident that my heart was touched when I read this. God is calling me to pray for you. He loves you so very much that He asked a stranger to lift you up.
on Thursday, November 29, 2012 at 11:22 am
on Thursday, November 29, 2012 at 1:15 pm
How did you get the opportunity to read this post this morning and leave a comment?
I do want to encourage you to trust God. He is using this time in your life for reasons unknown to you and those around you. You said you go to church on Sunday. Are tthere weekly activities that other women are involved in your church? If it is service work they are always looking for an extra set of hands and/or feet to assist.
Is your community walker friendly? Can you walk to the library? Can you walk to the local school? Volunteer - our public schools can always use a helping hand.
He is always near to bless!
on Thursday, November 29, 2012 at 1:20 pm
Thank you for reaching out to me by God's grace during this sad heart breaking time in my marriage. My marriage is in need of much prayer, and so do I. My husband and I today since he got back from work hasn't talked to me. Just 2months. I think I'm not the one for him, but it's late to do anything now.
I'm slacking spiritually, so is he, we still can't find our feet with how we are going to go about our devotions.
Being alone the whole day does make my mind wander on the wrong paths. I was actually thinking of buying the book you have recommended, since I read and bought 'Lies young women believe...' for my young sister.
Tried doing the 30 day husband challenge...
on Thursday, November 29, 2012 at 1:21 pm
It is certainly OK for you to ask God for a TV, but as the others have responded to you, don't let this opportunity go by without allowing God to do His work of drawing you to Himself through your struggles. Psalm 62 tells us to "cry out to God" and "pour our hearts out to Him."
As you mentioned you are slacking spiritually, let it be your first commitment for change--to grow in Christ! Spend time with the Lord everyday through Bible reading and prayer. Get the book "Lies Women Believe" and read it. Let God speak truth to your heart and mind through the pages. You might also consider doing a Bible Study with the women from your church. Let me assure you, there is no greater joy or greater sense of purpose than comes through an intimate relationship with Christ. And that only comes through spending time with Him--reading His Word and fellowshipping with Him!
Secondly, find wise counsel for your marriage. If your marriage has started this rocky, it is likely that you and your husband would find great help in someone helping you to navigate these waters of learning to live with each other and find happiness in your home. Even if your husband will not go, you find wise counsel and go on your own. Ask your pastor for help in finding biblical counsel in your area.
Know that I have prayed for you this day, and ask God's grace and peace for your life. We are glad you posted on the blog today. God bless you.
on Thursday, November 29, 2012 at 4:36 pm
My heart goes out to you, and so, I'm going to ask you a few questions. First I want to address the most important question, is your husband saved? Are you saved? How long did you date before you married, and did you guys do any biblical counseling before you married? How old are you? How long have you been married? What made you marry this man? Where did you move from? Where did you move to? How do you get Internet accesses?
Ok, so that's a lot of questions. I want to counsel you as godly older woman, understands where tou are and who feels what you are going through. I have been there before. You are not just along for the ride... God has a purpose and a plan for you and your marriage. In this season of your life, you may feel alone, BUT GOD, is always with you and wanting to speak to you. He has put a few ladies in your life in just a few short days. God hears your cries, dear one. You are not alone in the family and body of Christ.
I know some of the questions may be silly to you, but please answer them. As a sister in Christ, because I believe that you do believe that Christ is your Savior, I want to help you! We need sisters in Christ! If you want to answer these questions in privte, I would be more than happy to give you my personal email address.
May The Lord bless you and may you feel His precious arms around you.
on Thursday, November 29, 2012 at 5:02 pm
There is a wealth of godly wisdom on marriage waiting to be discovered by you. Don't get discouraged in your marriage. Seek God and godly counsel. Get involved in a ladies Bible study at your church or in the community - http://www.bsfinternational.org/ God can work miracles!
on Friday, November 30, 2012 at 11:10 am
on Wednesday, December 5, 2012 at 1:01 pm
I'm glad you left a comment and I hope you will go back and carefully read through all of the Scriptures in the post above. In answer to your statement that you've "always wondered how someone would know if the Spirit of God was drawing them or not. "
Scripture tells us that we are so “lost” we don’t seek after God on our own initiative. But as He begins to draw us to Himself, we respond to His drawing (Rom. 3:10–18, John 6:44). If you are interested in knowing God, it is only because He has placed that desire within you to seek Him. That is an indicator that His Spirit is drawing you.
You might find some of these posts helpful. These are from our archives and you can copy and paste these links to your browser to pull these up:
How do I develop more love for Jesus?
http://www.truewoman.com/?id=1180
No Greater Love
http://www.truewoman.com/?id=679
I am pausing now to pray for you, that your confusion will be cleared away and that "the God of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of glory, may give to you a spirit of wisdom and of revelation in the knowledge of Him. I pray that the eyes of your heart may be enlightened, so that you will know what is the hope of His calling, what are the riches of the glory of His inheritance in the saints . . ." (Eph. 1:17--18)
Blessings friend!
on Wednesday, December 5, 2012 at 11:12 pm
I know Jesus is what I need but I can't "get there".
on Tuesday, December 11, 2012 at 10:46 am
I am so sorry for your weariness and struggle. It may be that you are looking for a certain "feeling" or supernatural experience rather than trusting in the truth of God's Word without reservation. I know you desire to connect with God, I've often read your comments here on the blog and know you are a faithful reader here. I'm so sorry for your confusion. I hope you are connected with a good church and some mature believers that can help you recognize God's invitation to you.
I pray that the wall will be dismantled and you will know and experience the life changing truth of the gospel.
I hope you'll read through the blog posts I mentioned in the comment above.
"I pray that the eyes of your heart may be enlightened, so that you will know what is the hope of His calling, what are the inheritance in the saints, and what is the surpassing greatness of His power toward us who believe . . ." Eph. 1:18--19
Pausing to pray for you now, friend ~
on Tuesday, December 11, 2012 at 9:49 pm
Maybe I am looking for a "feeling" or other supernatural happening to take place. I guess after reading and hearing so many testimonials through out my life, I thought that I needed a "witness" of the spirit. (I'm not even sure what that is). I'm believing something wrong and it is hindering me from connecting to God the way that I desire to.
So, what you're saying is that I just need to put my trust in the Word of God without reservation no matter how I feel...not looking for anything, just believing what He says??
Jodi
on Wednesday, December 12, 2012 at 12:25 pm
“a realizing sense of the pardon of sin—of the Lord Christ saying unto her personally, "I am your salvation.”
I found this statement in a diary of a woman who lived back in 1830..She had a constant longing and struggle until she came to this realization...She kept seeking and He gave her what she wanted. Should I settle for less??
on Sunday, December 16, 2012 at 4:59 pm
In the midst of a hectic week: my nephew's wedding, out of town guests and lots of family activities, the Father has brought you to mind often and I've been praying for you. I've been asking Him to confirm to you His redeeming work and salvation. When I was finally able to get back online, I was thrilled to come here and read your most recent comments.
I'm wondering if your quotation, from the "diary of a woman who lived back in 1830" could be from Elizabeth Prentiss? If you've not read her books, "More Love to Thee" and "Stepping Heavenward" I encourage you to check those out. She grew up in a home where she was continually pointed to the truth and reality of Christ, but she struggled for years with insecurity and a lack of assurance of her salvation. But once she accepted His work, her trust and love for Him began to grow. She was no longer floundering under the dark cloud of doubt and disbelief.
Believe the Word and trust in Christ's atoning work, not a feeling, not an emotional experience or a lightning bolt event, but let the truth of Scripture be where you find your assurance.
I pray that you will focus on and enjoy the atoning work of Christ. Have you ever read "Knowing God" by J.I. Packer? I encourage you to slowly work your way through that book, reading each Scripture he cites and asking God to teach you as you read.
Praying God will give you the rest and assurance that comes from His love being poured into your heart through His Holy Spirit (Romans 5:5) as you put your trust in His Word--without reservation.
Blessings friend ~
on Tuesday, December 18, 2012 at 10:58 am
It has been crazu busy around here...so to answer you.
Elizabeth Prentiss was not the woman but she was listed on the same website (gracegems.org). I think the lady's name was Anna...not sure. I do want to get the "Knowing God" book. I've seen that title several times and I've wanted to read it but it is hard to find a lot of time to read anything anymore.
I do want to say that I appreciate your conversing with me via this blog. It alleviates some of the stress that I feel sometimes when I can share with someone who can make sense of these feelings.
I read Nancy's Blog post today for True Woman. It really helped me to be reminded that spiritual transformation is a process and not a lightning bolt experience. I don't understand why I feel as if I have to be perfect all the time and it is frustrating when I'm always failing and usually it's pretty bad. I think it would do me good if I could just stay on my knees. LOL. I know it is impossible being that I'm a mom of a 6 and 4 year old and a wife and I have a job.
I would ask that you please continue to pray for me. Sometimes I stay in a fog of anxiety. I went to the doctor and they gave me medication for the sleeplessness and anxiety but after taking it for about 2 weeks, I stopped. I felt drugged and very convicted. God knows that I don't want to take it. He is my peace...that is what His word says and I want to get to the point in my life that that is the reality.
God bless you...Jodi
on Friday, January 4, 2013 at 12:50 pm