In this week’s episode, we explore how an essential principle from romantic relationships reveals the heart of the Gospel in Luke 18:9–14. Through the story of the Pharisee and the tax collector, we uncover how emotional and spiritual intimacy with God must come before outward expressions of faith—just as authentic love precedes physical intimacy in relationships. Join us for a meditation from God the Father’s perspective, as He speaks tenderly to the tax collector, revealing what true humility and intimacy with Him look like.

Journal Questions

1. When you think about your relationship with God, do you tend to focus more on what you do for Him or how close your heart is to Him?
2. How might the principle “emotional intimacy should come before physical intimacy” reshape the way you think about love — both human and divine?
3. If your relationship with God were described as a romance, what small gesture of love might He be inviting you to offer Him this week?

Here's a link to the meditation for you to take into prayer!

The World English Bible is in the public domain and was used for all scripture quotations.

Intro music: "My Life (Main)” by Good B Music

Meditation Music: Reawaken Hymns Worship Pads - foundations in the key of C