Guest speaker, Rob Reimer, teaches that intimacy with Jesus comes not from striving but abiding, like branches connected to the vine. To go deeper, we practice an empty–fill rhythm—emptying distractions, sin, and negative emotions, then filling through spiritual rhythms that actually grow love, freedom, and joy. Disciplines like prayer, Scripture, and worship are not the end but a means to encounter God. Intimacy also requires listening and obeying, keeping Jesus at the centre rather than ourselves. At times, it calls for sacrifice—through fasting, night prayer, or retreats—that create space for deeper connection. The key question is simple: Is your rhythm working?
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