…or do I only know religion?
John 14:9 New International Version
9 Jesus answered: “Don’t you know me, Philip, even after I have been among you such a long time? Anyone who has seen me has seen the Father. How can you say, ‘Show us the Father’?
The past few weeks find me grappling with the nuances of my relationship with Jesus—how it ebbs and flows between intimacy and distance, confidence and caution. It is a honest self-examination and profound, and it mirrors the way many spiritual journeys unfold: not as a straight line, but as a dynamic, living experience.
When I ask myself, “Do I know you?” I am seeking a deeper understanding of Jesus, beyond routine prayer or thought. The Bible speaks to this longing in passages like John 17:3, where Jesus describes eternal life as knowing God and Himself. This “knowing” isn’t just intellectual—it’s relational, experiential, and often comes through moments of both intensity and quiet.
Walking—sometimes striding confidently, sometimes gingerly—resonates with how my faith can feel. Psalm 23:4 talks about walking through valleys with God’s presence as comfort, and both the bold and cautious steps are part of the journey with Him. It’s okay for the relationship to feel distant at times; even Jesus cried out in Matthew 27:46 about feeling forsaken, yet He remained tethered to the Father.
I pray for the burning of my humble faith to transcend the ordinary and stand for Jesus amidst a world of intolerance. It is a desire for a faith that’s both bold and rooted in humility, seeking truth over pride or cultural noise.
A “burning of faith”, where the Holy Spirit descended as kind of faith isn’t just emotional intensity but a deep, transformative conviction (Acts 2:3-4).
Romans 12:11 (“Never be lacking in zeal, but keep your spiritual fervor, serving the Lord”), or a worship that re-centers your heart on Jesus.
I pray to Christ with humility, not arrogance: Philippians 2:5-8 points to Jesus’ example—He humbled Himself, even to the cross.
Jesus is love and service, and he listened deeply to others, even those who differ—kindness, forgiveness, or standing for justice—Christ is my source.
Colossians 4:6 encourages me to let my conversation be “full of grace, seasoned with salt,” which can guide me to engage in a world that often feels like a “matrix of intolerance.”
Seeking truth in a polarized world is challenging but vital. John 16:13 promises the Holy Spirit will guide me into all truth.
My journey with Jesus continues with each breath and stride…
Thank you for reading my mindful rambles. I pray that each of my readers seek to deepen your walk with Jesus.
God Bless 💕🙏
Be Inspired! 
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