How To Get Closer To God (James 4:8 Explained)

Ike reflects on how many people call themselves Christian yet don’t truly know God, while others who doubt or feel lost are unknowingly seeking Him. He shares that his own relationship with God deepened through intentional effort—moving beyond church routines to develop a real, personal connection. The verse “Draw near to God, and He will draw near to you” (James 4:8) became a daily reminder for him to stay close to God in thought and action. He explains that practical ways to build this relationship include reading the Bible, meditating, journaling, praying with gratitude, and most importantly, surrounding oneself with godly community. Despite being deeply introverted, Ike discovered that connecting with faith-driven people brought him closer to God than ever before. Now, through his videos, he encourages others to be intentional about their faith, reminding them that closeness to God begins with consistent, heartfelt pursuit. IG: @ikesinspiration Email: ikeokwerekwu@gmail.com Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ikes-inspiration-podcast/id1740969112 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3zCOG5JpBroIVOCD54i5Ag?si=ed10bfc585df4d37 Want to be a guest on Ike Inspiration Podcast? Send Ike Okwerekwu a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/1720118016135264636b6fc50 or email (ikeokwerekwu@gmail.com) #ikesinspiration #podcastinspiration #wordsofwisdom #themarathoncontinues #championsadjust