The reason may be simple. For instance, "as long as there is residual sin in our hearts, there will always be a distance." The solution for that, confession and repentance, is fairly simple (notice I said simple, not easy). But a bigger barrier remains for most of us: self-absorption. We have a hard time setting our selves aside and placing Jesus in first place. "If your heart is full of complaining or self-pity--or of self-congratulating applause--you won't experience His nearness." We have to "learn the sweet skill of boasting in Him, regardless."
When we value Jesus above everything and surrender to him, we can meet him in a fresh way. And he will meet us, in our suffering, in temptations, and in our surrender. Stowell's pastor's heart is evident in this brief, powerful book. You will be encouraged to reflect on Jesus and the place you are holding him in your life.
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