Liberty through an Intimate Understanding of God
In the words of Jesus, “ye shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free” (John 8:32). This knowledge is not confined to academic study; it goes far beyond, into a profound intimacy with the divine.
Consider the biblical expression, “And Adam knew Eve his wife; and she conceived, and bare Cain, and said, I have gotten a man from the Lord” (Genesis 4:1). Many people may know of someone’s wife, but the husband alone truly KNOWS her in the profound sense described here. This intimate knowing is more than just surface knowledge; it’s a deep and personal connection.
As believers in Christ, our journey is not merely to accumulate facts and data about God but to grow in a likeness of God Himself. It’s about coming into an awareness of the truth in the most intimate sense possible. The more we grow in this intimacy, the less likely we are to be swayed by falsehood.
In 1 Corinthians 8:3, it says, “But if any man love God, the same is known of him.” This kind of knowing is reciprocal; it’s a love relationship. When we strive for an intimate understanding of God, we become known by Him in return.
This profound intimacy is not merely for the spiritually elite; it’s for all believers. It’s about walking with God, talking with Him, and allowing His presence to transform us from the inside out. As we seek to know Him more deeply, our spiritual maturity grows, and with that maturity comes a remarkable stability.
In Ephesians 4:14, we find a powerful truth about spiritual maturity: “That we henceforth be no more children, tossed to and fro, and carried about with every wind of doctrine, by the sleight of men, and cunning craftiness, whereby they lie in wait to deceive.” With spiritual maturity, we become firmly anchored. We are no longer easily swayed by every new doctrine or deception that comes our way.
The more we know God in this intimate sense, the more we are filled with His truth, love, and wisdom. It’s not just knowledge for the sake of knowledge; it’s about being transformed and becoming vessels of His grace, mercy, and truth in a world that desperately needs it.
In conclusion, as believers in Christ, our pursuit is not just to accumulate knowledge but to intimately know God. In this knowing, we discover true freedom and spiritual stability. This is a journey open to all who seek it, a journey that brings us into a profound, loving relationship with our Creator, where we find our ultimate liberty.