We have control over our prayer life, our relationship with Jesus.
Francis ChanRead
A person who is obsessed with Jesus knows that the best thing he can do is be faithful to his Savior in every aspect of his life, continually saying "Thank You!" to God. An obsessed person knows there can never be intimacy if he is always trying to pay God back or work hard enough to be worthy. He revels in his role as a child and friend of God.
Interpretation
What this quote means
True intimacy with God comes from a faithful relationship, not from striving to earn worthiness.
In this quote, Francis Chan emphasizes that a genuine, obsessive love for Jesus entails being faithful and grateful, rather than trying to earn God's approval through actions. He highlights that true intimacy with God is established when one embraces their identity as His child and friend, appreciating the relationship with gratitude instead of a sense of obligation.
Themes
FaithIntimacyGratitudeFriendshipSavior
In practice
Example use cases
During a church sermon about relationship with God, to illustrate the importance of gratitude.
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