Where can I go from your Spirit? Where can I flee from your presence? If I go up to the heavens, you are there; if I make my bed in the depths, you are there. If I rise on the wings of the dawn, if I settle on the far side of the sea, even there your hand will guide me, your right hand will hold me fast. — Psalm 139:7-10, NIV
God's presence is experienced through your heart. No matter where we may turn or which road we follow, he is there. Living in God’s presence isn’t reserved for special moments or specific places. The joy within God’s presence is true and lasting. In times when you may forget or be distracted, remember, reflect, and give thanks to God for always being there with us.
Here are some ways we can embrace God’s presence and have more awareness of it:
- Prayer: Pray to God for him to make his presence known to you. Being in prayer can help build on your relationship with God.
- Talk with God: You can talk to God throughout your day about things that you are thinking and experiencing.
- Reading the Bible: Opening your Bible and reading the Scripture within it will help you know the Lord and his character. See and recognize how his actions take place in the modern day.
- Create a reminder: You can place a visual reminder in your surroundings to prompt you to stop, acknowledge and remember God’s presence throughout the day.
Grand Canyon University is dedicated to helping all the members of the GCU community live in God’s presence. To learn more, take a look at our Christian identity and mission. To explore more about spiritual life at GCU, browse through our weekly devotionals or complete the form on this page.