Have you ever felt as though you were in a long distance relationship with God? I did. For quite some time, I never thought I was. But just recently, while I was reading “The Practice of the Presence of God” by Brother Lawrence, I’ve realized the kind of relationship I’ve had all along.
What’s a long distance relationship? It’s the kind when you and your loved one are separated by distance such that you have very less time together. If you could spend time together somewhat, it’s on very rare occasions. Most of the time, you communicate through letters, emails or phone calls. You may also use social media a lot.
With my relationship with God, I couldn’t say that I never talk to Him, because I did. But those times were not as often as I should have.
For instance, I do pray in the morning and at night. I also pray the rosary in the afternoon. Once in a while, I read the Bible or some religious books. I also remember Him whenever I listen to inspirational or religious songs, not to mention love songs that also remind me of Him.
That’s just like having a relationship with someone from a distance. Someone you just talk to over set periods of time. Someone you write to. Someone you remember now and then. But for most of the day, you’re not with that person. You are not in his presence.
Compare this kind of relationship with someone who spends most of the day with you. While you may not be together all the time, you spend more moments together. You’re together as you watch your favorite shows. You enjoy each other’s company while you eat your meals. You may even clean the house together or do some chores while in each other’s presence.
Do you also have a long distance relationship with God? What are the ways you can find so you can stay in His Presence all the time?
“You see God created you and I
to be happy in this life
and the next… He cares for you.
He watches your every move.
There’s no one that loves you
can do that.”
– Mother Angelica
The thing about hope is that it’s a positive force that shines the most when it’s dark. When everything’s going well, we hardly notice it’s there. But when things go against us, when our dreams fade and when we see no immediate reprieve from our troubles, that’s when hope does its best work for us.
"Where Hope Can Be Found"