A study from Vince Baker Ministries
How do I grow in a personal relationship with God?
In Philippians, Paul describes knowing Christ as central to his life, including fellowship through suffering and hope in the resurrection. Psalm 27 gives a picture of seeking God’s face in the middle of conflict. Both passages make room for relationship across ordinary days and hard seasons.
Growing Through Prayer and Scripture Over Time
The longer set touches on fellowship, friendship, and outward displays of ministry. Paul speaks of what he values after listing his own credentials. Read his priorities beside the sayings and identify the regular practice that makes room for knowing Christ in your current life.
Put one quote into practice
Start with a short passage from John and spend a few minutes reflecting on how Jesus speaks and acts. Pray about one thing you learned about Him. Return to the passage after acting on one instruction and note what you have learned through that act.
Scripture to read alongside the quotes
- Philippians 3:8-10 · KJV
- John 17:1-5 · KJV
- Philippians 3:7-11 · KJV
- Psalm 27:4-8 · KJV
25 Vince Baker quotes on knowing god
Open this quote“You can only come to know God by spending years in prayer and study of His Word as He reveals Himself to you.”
Open this quote“Most Christians barely scratch the surface of really knowing God.”
Open this quote“You can judge me all you want, but I am living a secret life with God that I don’t want you to know about, and that’s been going on for years.”
Open this quote“Just because you know about God doesn’t mean you know Him.”
Open this quote“You have to listen to the still small voice of the Spirit daily if you want to know God.”
Open this quote“The grandest benefit of Christianity is getting the opportunity to know God on a personal level.”
Open this quote“I ask, seek, and knock to know God.”
Open this quote“There is nothing, absolutely nothing, more precious in this life than having a genuine walk with God.”
Open this quote“It’s not just what you know about God that matters, but what you live and obey from His Word.”
Open this quote“Some people want big ministries: I want a BIG relationship with God.”
Open this quote“You have to live a disciplined life to stay right with God.”
Open this quote“The more profound revelations of the kingdom of God are hidden behind deeper commitments to God.”
Open this quote“I would rather have God as my friend than a million other friends.”
Open this quote“God is better to me than a million friends put together.”
Open this quote“If you are going to get closer to God, you are going to have to make some deep decisions in your heart about death to your flesh.”
Open this quote“Many people know their Bible, but very few know God.”
Open this quote“It is very hard to get to know God, and not for the faint of heart.”
Open this quote“It will cost you everything if you want to get to know God.”
Open this quote“Not everyone who does miracles, signs, and wonders knows God.”
Open this quote“To grow and get closer to God, you must disconnect from your flesh and all of its cravings.”
Open this quote“You must make spiritual higher ground daily to get closer to God and become who He has called you to be.”
Open this quote“The closer you get to God, the more gracious you will hear Him speak to you.”
Open this quote“Prophetic insight into the future gives you Divine peace no matter what you are going through, and you only get this insight through a close walk with God.”
Open this quote“To be close to God, you must do anything He asks you to do.”
Open this quote“You will never get into heaven on the merits of working miracles, prophesying, or casting out demons. The only way to get into heaven is by knowing God and doing His will.”
