When Seeking God Feels Like a Chore

17/02/2025 27 min

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Episode Synopsis

In this heartfelt episode, T. Louise takes you on a deep dive into the challenges of maintaining an authentic, vibrant relationship with God—even when it starts to feel like a chore. She opens up about a struggle many of us face: when our time with Christ, once filled with passion and excitement, begins to feel routine, tedious, or even forced.Drawing from her personal journey, T. Louise shares how she was prompted by God to look up the definitions of “chore” and “tedious.” She explains how, as children, we learn to do our chores out of obligation and later, without realizing it, we may begin to approach our time with God the same way—out of routine rather than genuine desire. Through this lens, she examines the physical and spiritual factors that can dull our worship experience. For example, T. Louise reveals her simple but effective strategy of setting boundaries—like avoiding Bible reading or prayer in bed—to prevent sleepiness and distraction during her devotional time.She also discusses the subtle tactics of the enemy, who works to sow feelings of weariness and even voices of doubt during moments of worship. In sharing these insights, T. Louise emphasizes that every believer’s relationship with Christ is unique. Instead of comparing our walk to others, we should embrace our personal journey, with its highs and lows, and seek a deeper, more intentional connection with God.The episode is enriched with biblical reflections, including lessons drawn from the story of Adam and Eve, to illustrate how our tendency to hide from God can transform sacred moments into mere routines. T. Louise wraps up with practical tips for renewing your devotional life: begin with repentance, carve out intentional time for God, and dare to be vulnerable in His presence. Join her for an honest, transformative conversation that will encourage you to reclaim the joy and intimacy of your relationship with Christ.💌 Want to be a guest on Twisted Twenties? Email:⁠[email protected]⁠🎥 Watch on YouTube for more faith-based content!Subscribe, Share, & Stay Connected!Peace, Love, and Blessings – T. Louise 💕