Learning to Walk with God in Intimacy, Not Fear
"For ye have not received the spirit of bondage again to fear; but ye have received the Spirit of adoption, whereby we cry, Abba, Father."
—Romans 8:15 (KJV)
One of the most transformative lessons the Lord teaches His children—especially in seasons of testing—is how to truly see Him. Not merely as a distant judge seated high on a throne, but as a tender, patient, and loving Father. The problem is, many of us, especially in the early stages of our walk, don’t know how to make that shift.
We approach Him with hesitation. We hide our weakness. We fall into condemnation. And all the while, the enemy—our accuser—whispers lies that drive us further from intimacy with the One who loves us most.
But let me tell you plainly: you will never grow in Christ the way you are meant to unless you learn to relate to God as your Father.
The War No One Talks About
“Yea, and all that will live godly in Christ Jesus shall suffer persecution.”
—2 Timothy 3:12 (KJV)
Being a Christian is not just about going to church or posting a Bible verse on social media. For those of you who are really trying—those who are earnestly pressing in, repenting daily, resisting sin, and seeking to apply the Word—you already know this walk comes with real warfare.
When you begin to align your life with God's truth, the enemy takes notice. Why? Because your obedience threatens his agenda. And so the trials begin: spiritually, emotionally, financially, even relationally.
But here's the hidden danger—when those trials come, and your view of God is distorted, you will assume that God is punishing you rather than refining you.
A Judge on the Throne or a Father at the Table?
“Like as a father pitieth his children, so the Lord pitieth them that fear him. For he knoweth our frame; he remembereth that we are dust.”
—Psalm 103:13–14 (KJV)
If you view God primarily as a Judge with a gavel in hand, every failure will feel like a sentence. Every trial will feel like a condemnation. You’ll find it hard to run to Him. You’ll pull away in shame. Your prayers will be guarded, hollow, and rehearsed. But if you know Him as Abba—your loving Father—you’ll come broken, you’ll come honest, and most importantly, you’ll come boldly.
“Let us therefore come boldly unto the throne of grace, that we may obtain mercy, and find grace to help in time of need.”
—Hebrews 4:16 (KJV)
This is not an invitation to perfection, but to proximity.
From Condemnation to Communion
One of the most damaging lies Satan tells believers is that when we fail, God is disappointed to the point of rejection. But Scripture shows us a different reality. The same God who knew Peter would deny Him still said, “go tell the disciples—and Peter” (Mark 16:7).
Why? Because He chose us knowing our flaws.
“Ye have not chosen me, but I have chosen you, and ordained you…”
—John 15:16 (KJV)
God doesn’t abandon you in your weakness. He meets you there. He walks with you through it. But we have to stop shrinking back from Him as if He’s waiting to cast us off. The cross already bore that judgment. Now the Father waits with open arms.
A Call to Sons and Daughters
Believer, your trial is not a sentence. Your setback is not disqualification. And your stumbling does not revoke your sonship.
If you’ve been distant from God because you’re ashamed…
If you’ve pulled away because you feel unworthy…
If you’ve stopped praying because you think He’s disappointed…
Run to Him.
Not as a Judge.
Not as a critic.
But as your Father.
He is not waiting to punish you. He’s waiting to love you, restore you, and strengthen you.
“Behold, what manner of love the Father hath bestowed upon us, that we should be called the sons of God…”
—1 John 3:1 (KJV)
The Gospel Invitation
If you're reading this and you've never known God this way—if you’ve only known religion but not relationship—this is your invitation.
You are not too far. You are not too broken.
Jesus Christ died for your sins, was buried, and rose again the third day (1 Corinthians 15:3–4). Through Him, you can be forgiven, redeemed, and adopted into the family of God.
Repent. Turn from your sin. Call on His name.
“For whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved.”
—Romans 10:13 (KJV)
Final Word
Believer, your identity is not in your failure.
Your growth is not measured by perfection.
Your Father is not distant.
And your place at His table has not been revoked.
Come home. Stay close. Walk forward.
He is not just a God.
He is your Father.
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