Though God is highly exalted above all creation, He is not aloof or disinterested in the affairs of men. A most astonishing and applicable truth is uncovered when we consider a core activity of God, His "drawing near" to humanity. The Hebrew word, Kaw-robe, means "near” and is used to describe the intimate presence of God in the lives of His children. It affirms that He is "at hand" in ways that impact every aspect of life.

To His child wrestling with the feelings of separateness that doubt brings, He reminds, “I am truth and am near those who seek in truth." To His child walking through a valley filled with confusion, trial, and fear, He speaks, “Fear not, I am with you, let me guide you.” To His child pursuing mission advancement, He says, “I endorse that pursuit and am with you in it." As we seek to make much of Him, may we take courage in The Ever Present One.

"The Lord is near to all who call on Him, to all who call on Him in truth." Psalm 145:18

"Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil; for You are with me; Your rod and Your staff, they comfort me." Psalm 23:4

"Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you. And behold, I am with you always, to the end of the age.” Matthew 28:20

- Micah McElveen