Many are sure that because they perceive God to be afar off, that He is therefore, afar off. That however isn't reality. He is always nearby. So...how should we go about introducing this God, Lord, Savior–Jesus?
So roll up your sleeves, put your mind in gear, be totally ready to receive the gift that’s coming when Jesus arrives. Don’t lazily slip back into those old grooves of evil, doing just what you feel like doing. You didn’t know any better then; you do now. As obedient children, let yourselves be pulled into a way of life shaped by God’s life, a life energetic and blazing with holiness. God said, “I am holy; you be holy. [1 Peter 1:13-16]