How to Get Closer to God (James 4:7-12)

How can you get closer to God? And what do you do when you feel far from Him? That’s what we’ll be covering in today’s episode of the Following Jesus Podcast. We’ll be looking at James 4:7-12, and looking at five steps that bring us closer to God. Hey! I’m David Cipriano, and my goal is to teach the Bible and to help you follow Jesus. Connect with me on Instagram and TikTok! @itsdavidcipriano I’m a brand ambassador for Elevated Faith! Buy clothing that helps you share the gospel, and save 15% with my ambassador link! https://elevatedfaith.com/discount/DCipriano1555 Bible verses explained in the video: James 4:6, James 4:7, James 4:8, James 4:9, James 4:10, James 4:11, James 4:12, Jude 9, Ephesians 4:27, Isaiah 59:2, Ezekiel 14:6, Luke 7:28, John 3:30, Philippians 2:4, Philippians 2:5, Philippians 2:6, Philippians 2:7, Philippians 2:8, Proverbs 10:12, Proverbs 10:13, Matthew 5:44 All Scripture passages are in the King James Version (KJV) of the Bible. This Bible study covers being close to God, being far from God, drifting away from God, submission to God, surrendering your life to God, Abraham sacrificing Isaac, resisting the devil, overcoming temptation, Michael the archangel, repenting of your sins, confession, drawing near to God, true meaning of repentance, false teacher Benny Hinn who was exposed by Mike Winger, pride and humility, John the Baptist, He must increase, but I must decrease, the hypostatic union of Christ, loving your neighbor, judging others, Christians being judgmental, when churches cover up sins and scandals, condemnation, making excuses.