An Invitation to Intimacy with God

In this episode of the iRefresh Podcast, Brandy Williams and Rochelle Benton have a conversation about recognizing the "beckoning" of the Holy Spirit and learning to respond, even when it means stepping out of comfort and into the unknown. Together, they unpack what it means to truly draw near to God — comparing it to looking at something from a distance versus up close, and how the things we're far from always look smaller than they really are. They talk honestly about distraction, surrender, identity in Christ, and the discipline of consistency, sharing personal stories along the way, including a powerful moment when God spoke directly into a season of deep hardship. The episode closes with a bold challenge: spend one hour a day with God, distraction-free, for the next 30 days. Whether you've never heard God's voice clearly or you're in a season of hungering for more, this conversation will encourage you to draw closer — because He promises to draw close in return. 00:00 Introduction: The Beckoning of the Holy Spirit 01:16 The Lonely Place: Answering God's Call to Go Deeper 03:57 Draw Nigh to Me: Experiencing God's Closeness 06:26 Intentional Intimacy: Commanding Your Soul to Praise 09:08 Pay Attention to the Attention God Pays to You 11:11 Present Your Body: The Great Exchange of Surrender 14:42 What Altar Are You Building: Examining Our Priorities 16:56 Back to Basics: Living Like Jesus 20:12 What About Me: God's Heart in Our Busyness 23:33 The One Hour Challenge: An Invitation to Transformation Website: https://www.irefresh.net/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/irefresh Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/irefreshministry/