A thought provoking idea as a mom since intimacy in general can be a challenge! I’ll start with the facts: I have 6 children, the twins are 17 mos and still don’t always sleep well, I attempt to read the Bible daily. Ok, now how does that relate? In every way!
Past: When I became a mom for the first time intimacy in friendships, marriage and my relationship with Jesus seemed pretty much the same. As I had more and more children however most of those relationships cooled off considerably (well, not the marriage one). Then the twins . . . we all adore them and they were truly a gift from God, but they intensified every part of life.
Now: I want to be walking closely by His side each and every day, and that passion has recently been renewed in me (the birth of this blog as a result) – despite or maybe because of my 6 sons. I am finding that the reality is a little more inconsistent than I’d like – though it is much better than it was for many years. I am plodding through many days each week without spending time with my Savior – getting the life-giving Water of truth and renewal of my soul! How will I fulfil his desire and plan for my life – for my sons if I don’t have that direct line of communication open to him? This is what I remind myself of each day.
The Nitty Gritty: To me intimacy with Jesus is as simple as seeking Him and His will each and every day for my life! Allowing Him to speak to me in a real and tangible way by stopping long enough to listen and learning more about Him through His word. So often I try to complicate this with all of the other things that supposedly “make” you closer to God – reality check – they do not create intimacy with the Savior! There is no one set plan, no one right way – there is a relationship between you and Jesus (your Creator and Savior) and that is a very unique and Personal relationship!