God Is Near

"Am I a God who is near, declares the Lord, and not a God far off" (Jer.23:23)? YES, God is near and not far off. He is absolutely aware of everything that is going on in our lives, the good and the bad. Jeremiah was rebuking the false prophets who conducted themselves wickedly and acted as if God was oblivious to their sin. God wanted them, and everyone else who arrogantly and mistakenly believes that they can sin without God's knowledge, that nothing escapes His notice. It is also true that God's omnipresence (Always near) is also a source of comfort for those who are hurting, confused, distraught, and discouraged. No matter what problem we face, God is near. May the knowledge of God's nearness motivate us to live godly lives and comfort us in our distress.