How do we approach Jesus daily now?
How can we "come to" Jesus in our daily lives today?

Opening Scripture

“Everyone who comes to Me and hears My words and acts on them — I will show you what he is like.” (Luke 6:47)


What “come to” embraced then—and still embraces now

• A step of humble approach, acknowledging Jesus’ authority (John 6:37)

• A present-tense, continual movement of heart and will, not a one-time visit (John 15:4)

• A readiness to listen attentively and obey promptly (James 1:22)


Daily practices that draw us near

• Begin each morning inviting His Word to speak first; read a Gospel paragraph aloud and linger over His voice.

• Pause at set points in the day (meals, commute, break) to re-center on Him with a brief verse such as Psalm 16:8.

• End evenings recounting ways He showed faithfulness, thanking Him aloud (1 Thessalonians 5:18).

• Guard ten–fifteen tech-free minutes for silent reflection, letting the Spirit probe motives (Psalm 139:23-24).

• Keep short accounts through immediate confession when convicted (1 John 1:9).


Hearing His words—keeping the channel clear

• Read whole passages, not isolated lines, to grasp His heart and context.

• Use Scripture memory to store truth for Spirit-prompted recall (Deuteronomy 11:18).

• Listen to faithful preaching and teaching that upholds the full counsel of God (Acts 20:27).

• Sing or hum hymns and psalms; melody fastens truth to memory (Colossians 3:16).


Acting on what we hear—obedience as the evidence of nearness

• Respond immediately to nudges toward kindness, service, or reconciliation (Ephesians 2:10).

• Speak words seasoned with grace instead of impulse (Colossians 4:6).

• Adjust calendars and budgets to reflect kingdom priorities (Matthew 6:33).

• Bear with others patiently, mirroring His forbearance toward us (Ephesians 4:2).

• Persevere when obedience is costly, trusting His reward (Hebrews 10:35-36).


Promises that bolster every step toward Him

• Rest for weary souls: “Come to Me...and I will give you rest.” (Matthew 11:28)

• Unbroken acceptance: “Whoever comes to Me I will never cast out.” (John 6:37)

• Nearness guaranteed: “Draw near to God, and He will draw near to you.” (James 4:8)

• Grace for every need: “Let us then approach the throne of grace with confidence.” (Hebrews 4:16)


Living Luke 6:47 today

Continual approach, attentive hearing, and decisive obedience form the sturdy foundation Jesus describes. Build on it daily, and every storm will meet a house that stands.

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