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April 6, 2009 5 Comments

Drawing Near

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Years ago a friend gave me this Mary Engelbreit card.

She remembered that I had cited in a discussion group the more poetic New American Standard translation of James 4:8, “Draw near to God,” in lieu of the New International Version’s “Come near to God.”

She found Mary’s artistic representation positively charming and knew I would, too.

Whichever version we reference and even in this Engelbreit depiction, the wonder is found in the promise:

Draw near to God and He will draw near to you.

May we always draw near to the Lord Himself and find hope and joy and life in Him.


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  1. Lisa says

    April 7, 2009 at 11:44 am

    Mary Engelbreit is one of my favorites.

    I hope you and your family have a blessed Easter.

    He’s Alive!!!

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  2. erinstraza says

    April 8, 2009 at 9:18 am

    That is one of my favorite promises! A few years ago, as I was reading James, I came across that verse and has to stop. The miracle of the promise pierced my heart. How is it that in a turning toward God, even in the tiniest degree, reveals how the God of the Universe is right there drawing near to us?! Gives me goosebumps even now. God is so good to come near.

    Love the ME card. 🙂

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  3. Karen @ Surviving Motherhood says

    April 8, 2009 at 6:13 pm

    Hi there, Ann!

    Been reading through several posts, enjoying “hearing” your voice again. *grin*

    But I am most excited to see your new book cover! Adorable picture!!! I went over to Amazon and read about it. The book sounds great, and I am sure you are looking forward to its release. Congratulations!

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  4. Jane Anne says

    April 9, 2009 at 4:40 pm

    I simply love this. I have a coffee mug with this ME drawing on it. I love the verse and the drawing combo.

    I hope that your Easter is meaningful and you are filled with tremendous joy. Happy Easter!

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  5. Sherry Blankenship says

    June 6, 2010 at 6:27 pm

    Ann, what a special treat to “happen” on your great blog! Did you notice the little girl’s name on her sketchpad? “Anna Joy.” She was a real little girl and I’m her Mom, Mary E’s friend. Our story is in the book by the same name, Draw Near, written by me, available at Amazon.com, Barnes & Noble, CBD, or your favorite bookstore. Blessings to you, dear one.

    Sherry B.

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