30 Activities For Drawing Closer to God
Inside: 30 Ways For Drawing Closer to God
Growing closer to Christ is an active journey that we should all be on. If you’re feeling lost or don’t know where to start, here are 30 new ideas for activities to help draw you nearer to Christ.
Do one activity a day, or go at your own pace – the most important part is that you’re making an effort to grow in your relationship with Christ.
30 Activities To Get Closer To God
- Use Bible Topical Guide
Use the references in the back of your Bible, the YouVersion app or the Blue Letter Bible app to help you find all the scriptures that talk about Christ. Get a colored pen and highlight all of them. This will take time, but it will open your understanding of Christ and all He can do for you more than anything else! Use this 30 Names Of Jesus Scripture Writing Plan to help get you started. - Study the Atonement
Christ’s atonement involves way more than you might realize. He can heal you, mentally,
physically, emotionally, and spiritually. Study about the atonement and learn just how incredible it truly is for you. The Atonement is the term used for when Jesus died on the cross so that we may be forgiven for our sins and have everlasting life. He took on all of our pain and suffering and was resurrected three days later, giving us hope that we can be resurrected too. This event occurred in the Garden of Gethsemane and at Calvary. Use my scripture writing plan on Salvation to help get your started. - Serve Someone
Christ’s entire life was devoted to serving and helping others. Drawing closer to God can be done by following Christ’s example. Find new ways to serve today! When we serve others, we take the focus off of ourselves and begin to see others the way Jesus sees them. By doing this, we also see Jesus IN others (Matthew 25:40). Here are a few examples:
● Volunteer at a food bank
● Give a single mom a few hours of free babysitting time
● Weed your neighbor’s garden
● Bake cookies for a friend
● Write a letter of encouragement to someone who is grieving
● Visit the elderly - Be Still
When Christ needed some time alone to talk to the Father and for some quiet time, He often
retrieved to the mountains, off in a boat alone, or to the gardens. There is great power in learning how to be still. Take some time today to simply be and notice how it feels. You can do this through deep breathing or being outside and simply observing what you feel, see, and hear. I created a “Resting In God” mini course that many have already found helpful to them and I hope you’ll enjoy it as well. - Follow a Prompting Have you felt like you needed to do something, but haven’t done it yet? Do it today! This will help you draw closer to Christ as you follow the promptings from the Father. You will be acting as the Savior did for so many others. Check out my course, Planning, Preparation & Prioritizing.
- Be in Nature
God made this earth beautiful just for us. You can see His fingerprints in the small blessings all around us. The butterfly that lands by your side, the gently breeze that tousles your hair, and the sweet smell of flowers. So it makes sense we can feel His love and power while we are in it! Take time to go on a nature walk and simply be in awe of the beauty all around you. Go for a prayer walk! - Start a Spiritual Journal
A spiritual journal is an important tool that can help you through difficult times by providing a way to reflect on the spiritual experiences in your life. It can be helpful to look back on your spiritual journey and see how far you’ve come, especially during tough times when you feel like you’re not making any progress. I love journaling, but especially scripture journaling. - Listen to a Christian Podcast
While you do dishes or cook, turn on a Christian podcast. It may take some time to sort through until you find one you like, but there is so much power in hearing other people’s testimony of Christ too! - Give Yourself Grace
Christ provides us with grace, so why not extend the same courtesy to ourselves? We all make mistakes, but that doesn’t mean we are bad people! It only means we are human and doing our best. When you get off track give yourself grace and then immediately do your best to get back on track. - Give Something Up for Him
Are you doing something you know you should stop? Consider giving something up so you can draw closer to Christ. Do you spend too much time on Facebook, struggle with a bad habit, or watch a tv show that isn’t the best? Fasting is a great tool for drawing closer to God. Use my Fasting And Praying Guide today! - Look for His Power in Your Life
Christ is always with us, and everything we do should reflect that. He should be the most important thing in our lives, and we should look to Him for guidance and power. Be grateful for His presence in your life, even if you don’t realize it at the time. He has helped you in more ways than you may realize, and He will continue to do so as long as you keep Him at the forefront of your mind and actions. Use my Cherishing The Small Things Journal to help you with this. - Participate in Church
Giving back to your community is one of the most rewarding experiences you can have. It not only helps those in need, but it also gives you a sense of pride and accomplishment. When you donate your time or resources to a worthy cause, you are making a difference in the world. Volunteering at your church is a great way to serve others and to be like Jesus Christ. From the Nursery workers, door greeters, janitors, teachers, worship team or any other position…they all are equally important and needed roles for all churches. Volunteering at your local church is one way to help in drawing closer to God. - Study One of Christ’s Parables in the Bible
Did you know that there are several parables that Christ used in the Bible? Why not take the time to select one and study it more thoroughly? By doing so, you may come to find a new meaning or understanding that you never realized was there before. - Act on Your Faith
In the Bible, we read that “faith without works is dead.” Act on your faith today in all you do.
Even if you are nervous, trust the Lord that everything The Bible instructs us that faith without works is dead. So today, take your faith and put it into action in everything you do. Even if you don’t feel confident or scared, trust that the Lord will take care of you and everything will work out in the end. Read my article on Faith Over Feelings. - Ask for Forgiveness
We all sin every day, even though we try not to. That’s why it’s important to ask for forgiveness every day. Today, get down on your knees and offer a prayer where you plead for forgiveness for your sins. You will instantly feel a sense of peace. Read these practical tips to forgive others. Forgiving others and seeking God for forgiveness is a wonderful step in drawing closer to God. - Give Thanks About Christ in Your Prayers
Have you ever thanked God for sending His Son, Jesus Christ? Try it out today and see how you feel afterward! Christ has done so much for us and it only takes a couple of minutes to express our gratitude. We can share our thankfulness with the Lord when we pray. Here is a list of other gratitude prompts for your journal. - Watch a Faith-Based Movie
There are many great films that discuss various aspects of faith – watching one of these with your family can be a very uplifting and relaxing experience. If you haven’t seen any of these types of movies before, consider choosing one together and seeing what you think! I have watched and enjoy the movies Courageous and The Case For Christ. - Seek His Will for You
Coming closer to Christ can be achieved by asking for His guidance in your daily life. By doing so, you are then striving to do things that are in line with His will for you which brings you two closer together. It’s not easy, but it’s worth it to try your best to have this connection with the Lord. Read these Bible verses on waiting on God. - Set a Reminder to Think About Christ on Your Phone
This is so easy to do, and it makes a huge difference! Set an alarm or reminder on your phone
to daily think of Christ. I have many alarms on my phone to help me remember different things I need to do and time with God is one of the. This will help us to act more Christ-like and think of His atonement as we go throughout our busy days. Simply add it to repeat daily and you’ll be good to go! Check out these 10 Creative Ways To Spend Time With God. - Watch the Sunrise
Sunrises and sunsets are so powerful and always make us remember the goodness of God. The colors, God’s beautiful artwork, are stunning! Watch one today. While you do, simply sit still and think of Christ and His life. I get to watch the sunrise on the mornings I drive out to pick up my kids from their dad’s house. Love it! - Write Down a Spiritual Experience in Your Journal
Did you have a God moment that you want to remember today? If not, can you think of something spiritual that really impacted your life and your faith? Write it down in your spiritual journal today! If you feel prompted, share it with your family or friends too. Here is a list of simple Bible journaling ideas. Journaling can be a great tool in drawing closer to God. - Listen to Someone in Need
Christ is always there for us and will always listen to our problems. Do that for someone else
today. We may not be able to take away their problems, but we can always listen to show our love and support. Listening may be just what someone needs. - Apply the Atonement in Your Life for Something Other Than Sin
The atonement of Jesus Christ can be applied to various aspects of our lives, not just for sins. It can provide us with strength during difficult times, help us recover from physical and mental sicknesses, and much more. So today, take some time to reflect on how you can apply the atonement in your life in a way that will benefit you most. I have a few Faith Based Mental Health articles for you to read. - Start a New Habit for Him
What is something you feel like you should be doing that you can start today for Christ?
Here are a few examples of habits for drawing closer to God. ● Pray more consistently
● Join and stay active in a ladies Bible study group
● Serve someone daily
● Be more patient with your kids
● Share your testimony more often
● Volunteer in church - Talk About Christ to Someone
I don’t think we share our testimonies often enough. Christ’s teachings provide us with a great deal of comfort and hope, and it’s important to share His message with others. You never know how your words may positively impact someone’s life, so don’t be afraid to speak up about your faith today. You may be surprised by how many people you meet who need the encouragement your testimony may offer. - Be Kind to Yourself
Just like we need to love others, we need to learn to extend love to ourselves as well. Do something kind for yourself. You can take some time for self-care, buy yourself a new shirt, give yourself grace, and so much more. You deserve kindness just as much as everyone else in this world! Sometimes, Self Care Is Doing The Hard Stuff. - Find a Holy Place to Dwell In
For Christ, His holy place was usually up in the mountain where He could be alone. Where is
your holy place? A prayer closet? Try to find or create a place where you can study your scriptures, pray, or just find Jesus’s peace during your day. This will become your own holy place. Read more on how to cultivate a consistent prayer life. - Invite Christ to Be With You During Your Prayer
Christ is our advocate with the Father, and one way we can use His power more is to invite Him to be present with us during our prayers. It is extremely humbling and powerful. Give it a try next time you pray and see for yourself how Christ’s presence can change your prayer time! Read more about Effective Prayers. Consistent prayer definitely helps us with drawing closer to God. - Spend Time with Your Family
Christ loves spending time with our families and rejoices when we do the same. So what is something you and your entire family can do together? It doesn’t have to be a spiritual experience, just some quality time enjoying each other’s company! - Share Your Testimony of Christ on Facebook
On Facebook or another social media platform, share your testimony of Christ. Share all about
what He has done for you, how you have drawn closer to Him, and whatever comes to your
mind. I love hearing a good testimony! It is encouraging to the soul. Ladies, share your testimony in my FB group.
30 Day Draw Closer To Christ Challenge
No matter where you are in your relationship with God, drawing closer to Him is always a good idea. But sometimes it can be hard to know where to start. If you’re looking for some spiritual guidance, check out my list of 30 activities that will help you draw closer to God. From attending church to reading scripture, there’s something on this list for everyone. Grab the printable below!
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Hopefully, this article has given you a few new ideas on how you can work on drawing closer to God strengthening your relationship with Christ.
By doing any of the activities suggested above, you will not only be growing closer to Him but also gaining a deeper understanding of who He is and what He means to you on a personal level!
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