Living In The Presence Of God

Of all the resolutions we might make at the beginning of each new year, none is more important than dedicating ourselves afresh to God, and committing wholeheartedly to ‘live in His guiding presence’ day by day.

As I read and contemplate the words of Isaiah 43, I sense that the deep desire of God is that His people ‘live in His presence’ so that the ‘witness of our lives’ will bring glory and honour to His name. Through the prophet Isaiah, God offers us the assurance of His presence ~ “Do not be afraid, I have called you by name, you are mine… I will be with you… I am the Lord your God who saves you.”

God then continues to affirm His loving faithfulness to us in the most intimate of language: “You are precious to me…I love you…and give you honour.Do not be afraid – I AM WITH YOU.”

Such words inspire me to live my life each day in God's Presence with certainty and expectation. How about you?

Song 727 (verse 4)

"I am trusting thee to guide me; Thou alone shalt lead.
Every day and hour supplying all my need.