 Ms. Mary? Today, I'd like to share five ways to have a closer, more intimate relationship with God. First of all, personalize the scripture. I like to say, and bless this Cheryl that believes, for there shall be a performance of those things that were told me from the Lord. Or you can do something like, yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death at work, I will fear no evil. Number two, go on a date with Jesus. Yes, I said J.E.