Spending time with God isn’t just a suggestion in Scripture—it’s a deep invitation into relationship. From the very beginning, God walked with Adam and Eve in the cool of the day.
He’s not a distant Creator watching from afar; He’s a loving Father who desires intimacy with His children.
In a world filled with noise, distractions, and endless to-do lists, the call to dwell in His presence stands out as both radical and essential.
When we slow down and choose to sit with God—whether through prayer, worship, reading the Bible, or simply being still—we’re choosing to prioritize what truly matters.
This isn’t about checking a box or earning favor. It’s about knowing Him and letting Him know us. It’s about connection, transformation, and peace that only His presence brings.
Jesus Himself, though fully God, regularly withdrew to quiet places to spend time with the Father.
If He needed it, how much more do we?
The following Bible verses will remind you of the beauty and power of making time for God, and how His presence changes everything.
Bible Verses About Spending Time With God
1. James 4:8
“Draw near to God, and he will draw near to you.”
2. Psalm 46:10
“Be still, and know that I am God.”
3. Luke 5:16
“But Jesus often withdrew to lonely places and prayed.”
4. John 15:4
“Remain in me, as I also remain in you. No branch can bear fruit by itself; it must remain in the vine.”
5. Mark 1:35
“Very early in the morning, while it was still dark, Jesus got up, left the house and went off to a solitary place, where he prayed.”
6. Psalm 27:4
“One thing I ask from the Lord… that I may dwell in the house of the Lord all the days of my life.”
7. Matthew 6:6
“When you pray, go into your room, close the door and pray to your Father, who is unseen.”
8. Jeremiah 29:13
“You will seek me and find me when you seek me with all your heart.”
9. Psalm 42:1
“As the deer pants for streams of water, so my soul pants for you, my God.”
10. Isaiah 26:9
“My soul yearns for you in the night; in the morning my spirit longs for you.”
11. Psalm 63:1
“You, God, are my God, earnestly I seek you… I thirst for you.”
12. John 10:27
“My sheep listen to my voice; I know them, and they follow me.”
13. Hebrews 4:16
“Let us then approach God’s throne of grace with confidence.”
14. Exodus 33:14
“My Presence will go with you, and I will give you rest.”
15. Philippians 4:6-7
“Do not be anxious about anything… but in every situation, by prayer and petition… present your requests to God.”
16. Psalm 84:10
“Better is one day in your courts than a thousand elsewhere.”
17. 1 Chronicles 16:11
“Look to the Lord and his strength; seek his face always.”
18. Colossians 3:2
“Set your minds on things above, not on earthly things.”
19. Matthew 11:28
“Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.”
20. Psalm 91:1
“Whoever dwells in the shelter of the Most High will rest in the shadow of the Almighty.”
21. Romans 12:12
“Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer.”
22. Psalm 37:7
“Be still before the Lord and wait patiently for him.”
23. Isaiah 40:31
“But those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength.”
24. John 14:23
“Anyone who loves me will obey my teaching. My Father will love them, and we will come to them and make our home with them.”
25. Psalm 145:18
“The Lord is near to all who call on him, to all who call on him in truth.”
26. 1 Thessalonians 5:17
“Pray continually.”
27. Revelation 3:20
“Here I am! I stand at the door and knock. If anyone hears my voice and opens the door, I will come in.”
28. Deuteronomy 4:29
“If you seek the Lord your God, you will find him if you seek him with all your heart and with all your soul.”
29. Zephaniah 3:17
“The Lord your God is with you… he will rejoice over you with singing.”
30. Isaiah 55:6
“Seek the Lord while he may be found; call on him while he is near.”
31. Proverbs 8:17
“I love those who love me, and those who seek me find me.”
32. Hebrews 11:6
“He rewards those who earnestly seek him.”
Our Thoughts On What the Bible Says About Spending Time With God
Spending time with God isn’t about fitting Him into our schedule—it’s about letting Him become our schedule.
It’s a daily choice to pause the noise and press into peace.
Scripture shows that closeness with God is both a gift and a discipline.
It’s a place where burdens are lifted, strength is renewed, and identity is restored.
But it takes intention.
God is always near, but we can easily drift if we’re not grounded in Him.
The enemy loves to use busyness, distraction, and even guilt to keep us distant.
That’s why we need reminders like these verses—to help us realign, refocus, and return to the Source of life.
The more time we spend with God, the more we become like Him. Our thoughts shift.
Our hearts soften.
Our spirits grow stronger.
If you feel far, don’t stay stuck in shame—just come back.
He’s waiting. And His presence is everything.
Say This Prayer
Father, thank You for inviting me into Your presence.
I confess that I’ve let other things get in the way, but I want to return to You.
Teach me to seek You daily—not out of obligation, but out of love.
Help me make space for quiet moments with You, even in busy seasons.
Speak to me through Your Word and guide my heart with Your peace.
I want to know You more, walk closely with You, and grow in faith. In Jesus’ name, Amen.