5 Ways to Deepen Your Relationship with God in 2024
This post is all about 5 ways to deepen your relationship with God. As a Christian woman struggling with body image, strengthening your relationship with God is the #1 most important thing you can do to overcome your body image issues.
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When you think about improving your overall wellness and overcoming negative body image, Iโm pretty sure โ5 ways to deepen your relationship with Godโ isnโt the first thing that comes to mind, right?
Hereโs the thingโฆ
Your Christian life (and just life in general) thrives when you focus on building your relationship with God.
When your โcup is fullโ โ it spills into every aspect of your daily life.
And that is why โ whether youโre craving spiritual growth or your spiritual life is a bit dry (no judgment in Christ Jesus โ itโs all grace)โฆ
You will benefit from these 5 ways to deepen your relationship with God. Theyโre powerful ways to help you battle lifeโs great and not-so-great moments.
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5 Ways to Deepen Your Relationship with God
Can I be real with you?
I donโt know โ maybe itโs just meโฆ
But itโs the difficult times that awaken my desire to have a closer relationship with our Heavenly Father.
Can you relate?
As a Christian, you know that no matter how much you talk to your bestie about it, the one thing you TRULY need is to go to the throne of graceโฆ
So you goโฆ
And when you finally get past that, โLord, where are you? Iโm so ___________ (fill in the blank) that I donโt feel your presenceโฆโ
To that place where youโre delighting in Godโs presence โ where you can almost feel the weight of your burdens lift away.
(You know that feeling, right?!)
Itโs in those moments โ when you seek Godโs face (even if you feel like the Holy Spirit has left the building ๐) โ that you are refined and polishedโฆ
So letโs jump right into the 5 ways to deepen your relationship with Godโฆ
1. Discover Godโs Heart โ Immerse in Godโs Word

You know how people say โ donโt judge a book by its cover?
Wellโฆ
The same goes for Scripture.
Iโve always struggled with reading and comprehension. So reading the Bible was intimidating because I didnโt understand it!
But thank you, Jesus, that today there are so many different versions. My personal favorite is The Passion Translation.
Its modern language makes it super easy to understand. TPT reads like a beautifully written novel while maintaining accuracy. It also has a ton of in-depth study notes and commentary.
I digressโฆ
The only way youโll REALLY get to discover Godโs love, grace, and mercy is to dedicate time to reading the beautiful love story that is the Bible.
(Yes, Christian books are great too โ but reading your Bible is where youโll get the good stuff firsthand!)
Jesus has prepared the table for you (Psalm 23:5)โฆ
I love how the Lover of your soul invites you to โsit at the table.โ
When you sit at the table, you assimilate Him.
To assimilate means to absorb and to understand Godโs goodness โ you discover Godโs loveโฆ
His lavish and never-ending love.
Here are practical ways to connect with God by immersing in Scriptureโฆ
Dive into Daily Devotion
- Just like you need food every day โ Jesus is the Bread of Life โ you need His sustenance.
- Make time each day to engage with the Bible.
- Ask God to let the verses renew your mind โ shape your thoughts and actions.
Reflect and Apply
- Pause to reflect on how the Scriptures relate to your life.
- Apply the wisdom you gain from the Bible to navigate your wellness and body image challenges.
Share Insights
- โEach One Teach Oneโ
- Discuss what youโve learned with a family member, a small group of friends, or in your Bible study group.
- Talking about the things youโve discovered in the Bible deepens your understanding and strengthens your faith.
Try to memorize one verse per week!
Spending time in Godโs Word is more than just reading words on a page โ itโs where Godโs voice comes aliveโฆ After all, it is the โliving Word of God.โ
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2. Connect Through Conversation โ Talk to God Daily

Praying is as simple as having a conversation with God, my beautiful friend.
A sincere and heartfelt prayer in your daily routine is a powerful way to strengthen your relationship with God.
Hereโs a closer look at great ways to experience a deeper relationship through daily prayerโฆ
Quiet Time
- Establish a dedicated time each day for prayer.
- Consistency builds a rhythm that will improve your relationship with God.
Just Be YOU
- Praying doesnโt have to be elaborate or eloquent.
- Just talk to Him โ express your thoughts, feelings, and concerns openly โ even your body image and wellness concerns.
- He knows you best, so let your prayers be a genuine reflection of yourself.
Practice Gratitude
- Infuse gratitude into your prayers.
- Appreciate Godโs many blessings and tell Him how grateful you are for all the amazing things that your body can do.
- A prayer of gratitude glorifies God.
Share Every Aspect of Life
- Donโt limit your conversations to specific topics.
- God wants to be involved with you โ include God in all aspects of your life. Invite Him into the simple things, joyful times, challenges, and decision-making.
Connecting with God on a daily basis transforms prayer from a religious ritual to an open and direct line with your Creator. You also get to connect with God on a more intimate level and enjoy a personal relationship with Him.
3. Walk in His Ways โ Practice Obedience

Being obedient isnโt going to make God love you more or less โ we obey as an act of gratitude and as an act of worship for our salvation through faith in Jesus Christ.
Hereโs what practicing obedience as an act of gratitude and worship looks likeโฆ
Prioritize Spiritual Disciplines
- Include things like prayer, Christian meditation, and Bible reading on your to-do list.
- Consistently practicing these disciplines will improve obedience and strengthen your connection with God.
Seek Guidance in Decision-Making
- Seek Godโs guidance before you make decisions (even with something seemingly simple, like your wellness goals).
- Trusting in His wisdom and guidance demonstrates obedience to His perfect plan.
Serve Others Selflessly
- Show Christโs love by being kind and supporting others without expecting anything in return (even when โ especially when โ you feel yucky about yourself).
- Serving others is actually a command: Love the Lord your God and love others as you love yourselfโฆ
Reflect on Your Daily Choices
- Be intentional about checking in with yourself on a daily basis. Reflect on your daily choices and actions throughout the day.
- Evaluate whether your choices align with Godโs teachings. If they donโt, make adjustments that align with Godโs will and with your love for Him.
By making a conscious effort to obey God in your daily life, you can experience a more meaningful relationship with Him.
4. Diffuse His Love โ Serve Others Wholeheartedly

Extending Godโs love to the world through acts of kindness is a powerful way to find satisfaction and imitate His compassionate nature.
Hereโs how you can wholeheartedly serve othersโฆ
Identify Opportunities to Serve
- Be attentive to the needs of those around you.
- Identify opportunities, both big and small, to lend a helping hand.
Engage in Random Acts of Kindness
- Small gestures have the power to cheer up someoneโs day and demonstrate Godโs love.
- Your service and good deeds become a reflection of His compassion and might inspire others to experience His love.
When you serve others wholeheartedly, you make a positive impact on those around you โ and you demonstrate His love in practical ways.
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5. Value His Blessings โ Live Gratefully

Nurturing a heart of gratitude for Godโs abundant blessings is a life-changing practice.
Hereโs how you can embrace a lifestyle that celebrates and values His blessingsโฆ
Start and End Your Day with Thanks
- Take a moment to express gratitude at the beginning and end of each day.
- Reflect on all the blessings youโve received, and thank God for His goodness.
Keep a Gratitude Journal
- Keep a journal close by so you can make a note of your daily blessings.
- Writing down your gratitude helps you be mindful and aware of Godโs provision.
Share Your Gratitude
- Talk to a good friend about your gratitude, or blast it on social media!
- Sharing gratitude not only spreads the joy โ it also cultivates appreciation.
Celebrate Milestones and Everyday Moments of Joy
- Be thankful for both significant achievements and small victories.
- Celebrating milestones โ no matter how small โ creates a positive and grateful mindset.
Living gratefully is not just about saying โthank youโโฆ Itโs about adopting a perspective of appreciation that overflows into every aspect of your life and allows you to develop a deeper connection with God.
These practical steps will not only guide you to have a deep relationship with Godโฆ
But as you make them a part of your daily routine โ youโll also have a deeper appreciation and understanding of God.
There you have it, my beautiful friend, 5 ways to deepen your relationship with Godโฆ
Hereโs what you can do to get started right away:
- Download the free checklist.
- Choose one of the five practices discussed and implement it TODAY!
- Jot down three things youโre thankful for each day.
Rememberโฆ
Small steps can lead to a significant transformation in your wellness and body image goals.
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My prayer for you is that my decades of experience of โ an all-consuming battle with the scale โ self-worth struggles โ and how God has radically worked on my heart will bless and inspire you!
Youโre Invitedโฆ
You have an open invitation to binge on all of my posts โ written with Holy Spirit-inspired words and filled with love just for you โ my beautiful friend.
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Thank you for joining me on this journey. You are loved, precious, and wonderfully made.
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