<p>Intimacy with God is not a moment — it’s a journey of relationship, growth, and surrender.</p><p>In this episode of <em>eXchanging Eternal Truths</em>, author Heather Lancaster is joined by Pastor Larry Romero of Foundations of Faith Ministries as they explore what it truly means to know God beyond information and into a real, lived relationship.</p><p>They discuss:</p><ul><li>Why intimacy with God is a process, not an instant experience</li><li>The difference between knowing about God and truly knowing Him</li><li>How believers grow through stages of spiritual maturity</li><li>Why your relationship with God is deeper than religious activity</li><li>The role of the Holy Spirit in leading believers into deeper connection</li><li>Moving from seeking God’s blessings to seeking God Himself</li></ul><p>Pastor Larry shares his personal journey of realizing that God’s desire has always been relationship, not performance — and how that shifted everything in his walk of faith.</p><p>A key reminder from this conversation is that God is not looking for perfection, but for pursuit. Intimacy grows as we learn to abide, trust, and respond to His leading.</p><p>Key Scripture:<br>Philippians 3:7–14 • John 15:15 • John 17:21 • Ephesians 4:11–16</p><p>If this episode encouraged you, consider liking, sharing, and subscribing for more biblical conversations that help you grow deeper in your walk with God.</p><p>Pastor Larry can be found at <a href="https://www.fofminsc.org/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">fofminsc.org</a>, and his podcast, Fanning the Winds of Fire, can be found on <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@FanningtheWindsOfFirePodcast" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">YouTube</a>.</p><p><br></p>