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Determining to get closer to Jesus is a noble desire. People throughout history have determined to accomplish great things and have done so by purposing in their hearts to do it. Getting closer to Jesus requires the same discipline.

In our instant-gratification world, we don't see struggle or waiting as good. Sometimes, we approach Christianity in the same way. When faced with unanswered prayer or pain, we think God has abandoned us, but it doesn't have to be that way. Sometimes, we need to go through the fire to realize spiritual gain.

The Bible says we are made in God's image, but we sometimes make God in our image. Whatever one applies to you can determine your destiny.

In these turbulent times, we may desire to see a revival that would change those around us and the culture, but where does it start? It's been said that if we want revival, we draw a circle around ourselves and start there. Is that true?

Having a particular set of clothes on may cause people to expect a specific behavior. When we "put on the Lord Jesus," it can and should elicit a particular set of behaviors. How well are you wearing your clothes?

When we accept Christ, we are made righteous through His shed blood. The Bible says to " Put on the Lord Jesus." We are also asked to "put on" many other things, and it takes active participation on our part.