Today, I want us to sit down together and explore something very close to my heart, your relationship with God. This is a special dialogue I began on my podcast, Teens Draw Near to God, and I would like to continue the conversation with you. The podcast is dedicated to teenagers, parents, and anyone who guides teens on their journey to discover their true potential.
Your Journey to Fulfillment
Let me take you back to a time in my early twenties. I had a college degree, some career success, and boyfriends. It seemed as if my life was well-balanced. Yet, I felt an emptiness, a disconnect from something greater that I couldn’t quite put my finger on.
Fast forward to me looking for more than what life seemed to offer on paper. I decided to move to Los Angeles, the land of opportunity. But surprisingly, what really happened is that I went on an inner journey to find myself. During this time, I realized that without a strong relationship with God, everything else fell flat. The love and satisfaction I craved from relationships, dreams, and accomplishments just weren’t enough.
The Missing Piece
You know, nothing truly felt right until I strengthened my relationship with the Almighty. This was my missing piece. I found that once you place God as your numero uno, every other relationship begins to align in the most amazing way.
Let me assure you, this was no overnight revelation. It involved seeking, meditating, and finally relying on the promise Jesus gave us, “seek and you shall find” (Matthew 7:7). Fortunately, I found God. My hope is that you will find Him, too. I would love to help you in this endeavor. The perfect peace that comes from knowing divine love will take away all the emptiness you feel.
Reflecting on Love and Faith
I often wondered why love led to so many broken hearts. But through it all, I learned to trust the process,have undying faith, and hope for the best. Understanding that a faithful heart shall always lead to true peace. The path might not always seem clear, but believing wholeheartedly that there is an eternal bond waiting just for you brings a sense of purpose and fulfillment.
Asking and Receiving
Asking yourself why you haven’t found perfect love, that special someone, doesn’t mean you won’t. It simply means you’re on the path to something greater. That undying love you yearn for starts with faith by building a deep relationship with God. Eventually, all layers of self-doubt, emptiness and despair dissipate, and what remains is God’s unconditional love.
Accept this Love
Today, I invite you to welcome this wondrous love that God offers. Let His love fill the spaces that seem empty, and watch your life transform. Don’t settle for anything less than a love that fuels your ravenous fire, sparking joy and contentment in your heart (1 Timothy 6:6).
I pray that you find God, truly find Himmand accept the salvation that comes through believing in the Son of God, Jesus Christ. Your life will never be the same, and the joy you’ll feel will be unsurpassable. Discover this undying love for yourself, and let it enrich every aspect of your life. Here’s to loving God, loving yourself, and loving others in a way you never imagined possible.
Until next time, know that you are loved deeply and profoundly by God, and I love you, too.
God bless, Shirah Chante, Relationship Artist
