Dear Ellen

How Can I Reignite My Faith and Grow Closer to God?

Dear Ellen,

I’ve been struggling to reignite my faith and strengthen my relationship with God. Are there any resources or advice you can recommend to help me get back on track spiritually?

– Searching for Faith

Dear Searching for Faith,

Thank you so much for reaching out! It’s always encouraging to see someone striving to reignite their faith. We all go through times of spiritual renewal, and your perseverance is inspiring.

Our relationship with God is a lot like any other relationship—it’s dynamic, going through seasons of closeness and distance. Just like in our human relationships, sometimes we need to change things up when the connection feels stuck or stale.

Here are a few resources and ideas that might help refresh your connection with God:

🔹 Engage with new media – Try content that offers a fresh perspective on God’s nature and His relationship with us:

  • The Chosen (TV series)
  • The Bema Podcast
  • The Bible Project (videos)
  • Theology in the Raw (podcast)
  • Sitting at the Feet of Rabbi Jesus (book)
  • Anything by Tara Leigh Cobble (The Bible Recap)

🔹 Revisit Christian fiction – Sometimes, a good story can reignite our sense of wonder in God’s larger story:

  • The Shack – A powerful exploration of God’s love.
  • Redeeming Love – A beautiful retelling of God’s pursuit of us.
  • The Mark of the Lion Series – Historical fiction with faith at its core.
  • The A.D. Chronicles – A vivid biblical fiction series.
  • Anything by Mesu Andrews (biblical historical fiction).

🔹 Change up your time with God – Instead of a strict “read this, pray this” routine, try a more personal approach:

  • Picture yourself with God—sitting in His lap, resting at His feet, or standing under His loving gaze.
  • Let His presence wash over you rather than just checking off boxes in your quiet time.
  • Remember: God cares about your heart and wants authentic connection—however that looks for you.

I hope this gives you some inspiration as you move forward in your faith journey. I’ll be praying for your continued growth and connection with God.

In Him,
Ellen