In a world buzzing with endless distractions, it’s easy to feel like your passion for God is slowly dimming. Life gets busy, responsibilities pile up, and before you know it, your spiritual fire feels more like a flicker. But God didn’t call us to live with a faint spark—He wants us to burn brightly for Him. “Do not quench the Spirit” —1 Thessalonians 5:19. Protecting your passion for God requires intentionality and focus, even when the noise of life tries to drown out His voice.

Guarding your flame starts with prioritizing time in God’s presence. It means saying “no” to the things that pull you away from Him and “yes” to practices that stoke the fire—prayer, worship, and time in His Word. Surrounding yourself with other believers who are on fire for God also strengthens your passion. When we choose to stay connected to the source of our flame, we’re not just keeping our light alive; we’re letting it grow and shine brighter.

If you feel your passion waning, it’s not too late to reignite it. Take a step today to turn off the noise and rekindle your connection with God. He’s waiting to fill you with His Spirit and set your heart ablaze again. Your flame matters—guard it, feed it, and let it burn for His glory. “For this reason I remind you to fan into flame the gift of God, which is in you through the laying on of my hands” —2 Timothy 1:6

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