Is it sex,prayer,meditatio,a walk in the park?...what?
2006-08-10 23:05:45 · 48 answers · asked by Anonymous in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
OK,OK, I meant meditation.
2006-08-10 23:06:34 · update #1
Read the Bible and pray
2006-08-10 23:14:02 · answer #1 · answered by Conundrum 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Get off Yahoo Answers for a start. Seriously, if you're looking to find spiritual enlightenment, the last place you're likely to find it is on the internet (despite what 100's of religious websites with pretty music and shockwave files would like you to think).
I think finding enlightenment is unique to everyone. All of the things you've listed could work, but it'll be different for you than for me, or anyone else. But generally I'd say it has to be a situation where you are removed from the stresses and intrusions of the modern world.
I mean, some cultures believe in meditation. The native americans went on spirit quests where they fasted and smoked drugs to enduce visions. Pathetically these days, most Christian religions believe you have to go to church and pray to be close to God, but I think you can find your spiritual enlightenment anywhere. It could be in an art gallery looking at a beautiful painting, it could be in a beautiful natural setting, it could be in your own bedroom with your eyes closed listening to a beautiful piece of music.
2006-08-10 23:13:21 · answer #2 · answered by butireallyam_nikkijd 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
The best way to get closed to God is to do the best possible whenever you act, think, feel, but without exaggeration. Such way of life reveals your life's potential, reveals your true Essence.
Squeezing the life's opportunities with eyes directed in a search for beauty lift you close to the GOD. It requests a hard discipline and persistence but reward is the utmost luck.
2006-08-10 23:55:20 · answer #3 · answered by oceangleam 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well it depends on whether or not you believe in God and then of course, which religion you're talking about.
being a Christian myself, i often wonder the same thing. But it really comes down to one thing - fellowship and spending time with Him and other Christians.
To be closer to God, you need to get to know Him - talk to Him, spend time reading the Bible, tell Him your troubles.
Its kinda like having a friend - to be close to someone you have to get to know them better and talk to them and listen to them and just generally get to a point where you know one another inside and out.
God is our Father - the most awesome thing He did was create each and every one of us. So give thanks to Him and appreciate what He's given you - just like you would if your earthly dad got you something or did something nice for you.
Overall, I think the best way to get closer to God - Pray, read the Bible and listen to His voice when He speaks to you.
2006-08-10 23:20:01 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
This category always attracts the screwballs (and by that I don't mean the unfortunates who have a mental illness) just those who think they are smart and are so not.
Try talking to him and then listen for an answer. If you or someone else is in need of help - really ask - you might be surprised. It's not magic - just love.
2006-08-10 23:19:47 · answer #5 · answered by fatface 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
How can you ask a serious queation and ask if sex is a way to get close to God? If you are aerious about getting close to God you need to pray, accept Jesus Christ as His son who died for all sins on the cross , ask forgiveness and accept it. No one can go to the Father except through Me( Christ).It is also a good idea to find a good church body that will help build your faith. I have a wonderful church to atttend and I am very grateful that God has sent our pastor to us. It can be hard but keep looking. Good Luck
2006-08-10 23:17:11 · answer #6 · answered by wolfy1 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
James 4:8 "Draw nearer to God and He will draw nearer to you." Talk to God daily. When you commit a sin that you are in habit of and are trying to break, stop immediately and pray. God wants you to talk to Him. He wants to be your best friend. Before you start your day, talk to Him. While you take a walk in the park, talk to Him. God knows your heart, but He wants to hear it from you. May God bless you!
2006-08-10 23:22:34 · answer #7 · answered by jennifer c 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
First you have to accept Him as your Lord and Savior. Then you have to pray, worship, read the bible and serve Him. God is not hard to find, He's always there beside you. He's just waiting for you and would be very happy if you talk to Him. Hope I helped you and God bless.
2006-08-10 23:52:32 · answer #8 · answered by Kath 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I gave over my earthly worries to my higher power long ago. Prayer/meditation and faith see me thrue day by day. Grace in GOD By thy strength here come I !
2006-08-10 23:13:40 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Dying
2006-08-10 23:13:43 · answer #10 · answered by zara c 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Seek Him.
Read His Word, The Holy Bible.
Pray.
God desires a two way communication with us.
He communicates to us through His Word; He tells us who He is, what His desires for us are and how He wants us to live the lives He gave us.
In prayer, we talk to Him and tell him our needs, our worries, our cares, our joys, our gratitude, our praise.
2006-08-10 23:14:43 · answer #11 · answered by steve 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋