Isaiah 27:1-29:24
What God said to me – You are My friend. I have cut covenant with you. My desire is that our relationship be an ongoing conversation, sharing our lives with each other, you with Me and Me with you. It is not religion, do this, do that, follow this rule, follow that rule – it is relationship. So much of church is rules and rituals and litanies saying the right things, but hearts and lives are far from Me. I don’t desire rote worship. I desire heartfelt awe as you spend time with Me and see Me for who I truly am. So much time is wasted doing things and going through motions in order to make you feel better, but are totally meaningless to Me. Spend your time with Me and I will instruct you and teach you the right way – the way that is pleasing to Me. We are friends. Let’s talk.