Question Responses #1.

1. What are the keys to continuing freshness in your love relationship with the Lord Jesus?
For me it is a daily recognition that the Lord has a part in even the most simple things of every day life and that he loves me for exactly who I am.    [Paul D. USA]

For me it is important to maintain an open heart to His grace and mercy. To realise that there is no situation that I can get into that is beyond His love. I do not have to work at pleasing God as He is not at all impressed by my efforts. This sets me free to go beyond self-centredness to walk in fellowship with Him and enjoy His friendship and love.   [David R.  Ireland]

Keys for me are moment to moment sense of the presence of Jesus, a lively conversation with Him about everything and a constant asking for help with even the smallest tasks.  [Stephen V.  South Africa]

Him!  Just hanging out with Him throughout the day, sharing my struggles and joys with Him, praying for others and looking to Him continually through the day for what He might be about in the circumstances around me.  Also, hanging out with good friends who are also on this journey.   [Wayne J. USA]

Keys for me are: Continually turning from distractions, frustrations and negative thought patterns that foster apathy or hardness of heart to receive His grace in each situation, large or small; expressing my appreciation of Him in thanksgiving and praise throughout the day, and delighting in the discovery of His goodness demonstrated in people, nature or situations throughout the day; Taking time away from normal routine to focus on Him alone.  [David F. USA]