Published on January 15, 2024, 2:08 am

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Breaking Real News: The Centrality of a Christian Worldview

Ever experienced the unexpected bitterness from biting into a spoiled almond? Such an unpleasant surprise can strike spiritual parallels when certain days in our Christian journey make prayer, or bible studies excruciatingly bland. Why does this happen when it should not?

In Christianity, we constantly remind ourselves of the need to foster a deeper intimacy with God. A well-spent time in His presence magnifies His glory (Psalm 29:2), as He replenishes us with priceless spiritual strength (Isaiah 55:1–3). Recognizing that even Jesus Christ Himself valued quality time with God despite His perfection further underscores its criticality. The desire to connect with the father flowed from His love for Him. It prompts us to emulate His example.

Our feelings towards this pivotal aspect are immaterial. We may experience periods of disconnectedness from God, or perhaps fail to recognize our reliance on Him; maybe yearning for closeness that continues to elude us. Amid these fluctuations of sentiments, the Trusted News is that quality moments spent in God’s presence remain invaluable blessings and should serve to enhance our devotion.

As perceptive Christians, we mark poor-quality fellowship times by our inability to discern the guidance of the Holy Ghost. When we don’t lend an ear to God’s voice via the Holy Spirit, we rob ourselves of the truths inherent in this divine direction and deprive our faith life from revealing Christ (John 14:23; 16:13–15; 1 Corinthians 2:12). Adopting a mechanical approach towards studying God’s Word without experiential comprehension will inadvertently render scripture tasteless and spur lackluster Christianity – a vivid contrast against Christ’s spirited and life-giving teachings (John 6:63).

Conflict arises when we sever our fellowship with God, threatening disruption of the replenishing effect of the Holy Spirit’s constant presence. Romans 12:1-2 emphasizes the need for complete surrender to God in order to experience life-transformation via divine fellowship. Sin stands as an undeniable barricade against God’s fellowship (1 John 1:7), and while it can manifest internally without visible outward portrayals of wickedness, its subtle yet relentless impact always reflects in one notable omission — Christ-focus absence.

Failure to adopt a Christ-centric stance may not necessarily qualify as unrighteousness by human standards but instead manifests as misplaced attention elsewhere – an implicit form of idolatry. This misstep vehemently opposed by God infringes His sovereign mandate for us to focus on Christ, irrespective of human-exclusive interpretations (Romans 3:4).

God promises that if we walk in His light, we foster fellowship with one another while the compassionate blood of Jesus Christ washes our sins away — not a battle against sin but a grace-centered walk in synergy with the Lord (1 John 1:9). Thus, as we align swiftly with God’s interpretations of our shortcomings and respond immediately with faithful repentance, the blanket coverage of Christ’s redeeming sacrifice cleanses us, ensuring continuous communion with God.

Victory over these distractions shifts our attention back towards Christ. Engaged conversations led by absolute adoration flow freely because He isn’t simply a master (John 13:3) but a dear friend (John 15:14). With heartfelt appreciation for His grandeur (Psalm 29:2), unwavering acknowledgment of His perfection(Psalm 22:3), gratitude-filled acclamations of His victorious facilitation against sin powers(Romans 6:11), prayerful supplications for spiritual kingdom expansion(Luke 17:21) and controversially waited return(Matthew 6:10a).

Patient persistence and fervent prayers concerning matters closest to God’s heart result in astonishing glimpses into His character, His saving-love for all (1 Timothy 2:4), His ability to bestow goodness onto us, and the accumulating desire for honorable living before Him. Knee-deep in this fountain of His manifold love, we become more like David – people after God’s own heart. Consequently, His will aligns with ours making our heart desires and He graciously bestows them on us (Psalms 37:4).

As we build a culture of authenticity by allowing God to probe our hearts and reveal unseemly parts (Psalm 139:23-24), we can follow Isaiah’s example by acknowledging these identified issues from God’s viewpoint leading up to their pivotal elimination.

In our earnest journey towards cleaving closer to God, let’s emulate humility in sincere prayers, seek His face and severing from ungodly practices (2 Chronicles 7:14). Pushing towards God with a sincere faith triggers divine reciprocity “…Draw nigh to God, and he will draw nigh to you” (James 4:8).

Let the scriptural insights discussed illuminate your spiritual path, transforming