Awesome Marriage Podcast

Closer Still: Deepening Your Friendship with God with Special Guest, Faith Eury Cho Ep. 683


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What does it really mean to be friends with God—and how can that friendship fill our lives with lasting joy? In this uplifting episode, we talk with Faith about how intimacy with God shifts our desires, strengthens our faith, and sustains us through hardship. We also explore how to take that next step into deeper friendship with Him, and what it practically looks like to live each day knowing God as both Father and Friend. Plus, don’t miss details on our journal giveaway over on Instagram @awesome_marriage!

Episode Highlights:

  • Friendship with God sparks joy in our lives.

  • Joy is referenced over 400 times in scripture.

  • Our default mode is to find joy in God's presence.

  • Joy is not just a moment but a continuous state.

  • The fall of humankind began when joy was sought outside of God.

  • Joy is deeper than happiness; it encompasses peace and confidence.

  • Every season of life has its own joy to discover.

  • Jesus is the source of our completion and joy. Enjoying the Holy Spirit alters your desires.

  • Acknowledging God in daily life fosters intimacy.

  • Practicing the presence of God can be done in all activities.

  • Friendship with God is accessible through salvation.

Questions for Reflection:

  • How would you describe your current friendship with God?
  • What moments in your life have made you feel closest to God? What did those times have in common?
  • What spiritual disciplines or habits help you feel more connected to God on a daily basis?
  • Are there any areas where you feel distant from God right now? What might be contributing to that?
  • Are there any distractions or habits you might need to let go of to prioritize friendship with God?

Quotes from Today’s Episode:

  • "We can be friends with God."

  • "Jesus is where my completion is."

  • "He does the heart work."

  • "Acknowledge Him in all your ways."

  • "God's got answers for all of us."

Mentioned in this Episode:

  • Find Faith Eury Cho on Instagram

  • Faith’s new devotional: Deepen Your Friendship with God

  • 📢GIVEAWAY DETAILS: Win a copy of Deepen Your Friendship with God over on the Awesome Marriage Instagram page. 

  • Check out our June resource of the month: Love That Honors

  • Want an opportunity to dig into God’s Word as you intentionally choose to grow the intimacy in your marriage and your relationship with Christ, find Awesome Marriage on YouVersion. Try this FREE YouVersion plan: 7 Prayers to Grow Your Marriage

  • If you haven’t browsed our site, you’ve GOT to check out the marriage resources we have over at AwesomeMarriage.com, and browse our online courses at AwesomeMarriageUniversity.com

  • Sign up for Dr. Kim’s Marriage Multiplier email for practical weekly marriage tips!

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