Some of us see God as a giant Santa Claus; we simply submit our wish list and wake up one morning to find that all is well. We fail to realize that relationship with him is everything. It’s the one thing God wants more than anything else. And it’s when we take the time to seek God’s face – which is simply investing in that ongoing relationship with him – that he extends his hand because his heart is open to hear all we have to say.

• Spend most of your time with God in praise and worship. Letting God know how much you love and appreciate him never gets old to God. In fact, praise and worship is the key that opens God’s heart.
• Come to God just as you are with an open heart. Letting God see all that’s in your heart, good or bad, lets him know that you value your relationship enough to let him see it all, and do whatever he needs to do.
• Look for opportunities to offer God praise and worship in things around us. All you need to do is see a beautiful sunset or one of the many other wonders of nature to offer God praise and thanksgiving for that miraculous blessing. God appreciates a grateful heart.
• Don’t be afraid to show God how you truly feel as you worship him. There are those who don’t feel comfortable raising their hands or showing any emotion during worship services. Yet we can be found at sporting events or concerts whooping, clapping, and hollering as if it really mattered. I’m not saying you have to jump up and down or shout. Simply standing with open hands shows God that your heart is open and you want to feel his presence.

And most importantly:

• Don’t judge, look down on, or criticize someone else because they want to show emotions and energy as they worship. Just because an expression of worship is different than your own doesn’t mean it is inappropriate or wrong. Concentrate on worshipping God yourself, so your focus remains on building your own relationship with him.

Praise and worship can be one of the most powerful ways to help you build your relationship with God. There is nothing better than feeling the love, peace, and acceptance of God’s presence all around you.

But remember, like a parent, God is looking for that ongoing relationship. When he sees your open heart and your desire to get to know him for who he is, his heart opens to hear all you have to say.

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