How Do I Get to Know God?

Think about how you get to know a new friend. You spend time together. You talk. You listen.

Getting to know God works the same way, just a little differently.

Talk to God Through Prayer

Prayer is simply talking with God.

You can:

Thank God

Ask for help

Share what you’re feeling

Sit quietly and listen

There is no right or wrong way to pray.
You don’t need special words. God cares about honesty and your sincerity.

If something matters to you, it matters to God.

As you pray, remember this: God’s Holy Spirit lives in you, so pay attention during prayer and throughout your day. God may guide, comfort, or remind you in quiet ways.

Read the Bible

The Bible is how God speaks to us and helps us understand who He is.

It was written by many authors, guided by the Holy Spirit, and it includes real stories, honest questions, and moments from everyday life.

The Bible shows us:

Who God is, His kindness, forgiveness, love, and justice.

How much He loves us

How Jesus lived

How we can follow Him

You don’t need to understand everything at once. Start small. Be patient. God will meet you as you read.

Spend Time With Other Jesus Followers

God often helps us grow through other believers. When we spend time together, we learn from one another, hear stories, and encourage each other.

“Let us think of ways to motivate one another to acts of love and good works. And let us not neglect our meeting together…” (Hebrews 10:24–25)

One simple way to do this is by regularly attending church. Church is a place to:

Learn more about God

Share what God is doing in your life

Serve and encourage others

If you haven’t yet, consider making a plan to go to church this week.

How Do I Get to Know God?