“Come near to God and he will come near to you.” (James 4:8, NIV)
How does the disciple of Jesus address internal conflict and external strife?
According to James: First, draw near to God, and submit to His rule in your life, and; second, resist the devil.
Yesterday, we focused on the latter. Today, let’s look at the former.
The act of “drawing near” to God can be as simple as taking a moment to pray, but it is always intentional (as opposed to “accidental” or by happenstance), and it always reflects our conscious desire to be in the presence of our heavenly Father. It is in the presence of God that the child of God receives the wisdom — and the strength — necessary to address internal conflict and external strife. – Luther
Daily Encouragement 