This sermon is part of our series walking through the book of James showing how genuine faith produces steadfast endurance, godly wisdom, and practical obedience in everyday life. Experience the powerful message about reconnecting with God during seasons of spiritual distance. This teaching explores James 4:4-10 and addresses why we sometimes feel disconnected from God—often because we've pursued good desires in ungodly ways. Discover why our natural tendency to hide from God when we've sinned is exactly the wrong approach. Instead, learn about God's incredible promise: 'He gives more grace.' When we expect punishment, God offers forgiveness. When we deserve rejection, He extends welcome.This message provides a clear two-part strategy for restoring intimacy with God: running TO God in humble submission and running AWAY from evil by resisting temptation. Learn practical steps for spiritual restoration including cleansing your hands, purifying your heart, genuinely mourning sin, and approaching God with humility.Perfect for anyone experiencing spiritual dryness, struggling with sin, or feeling distant from God. This teaching reminds us that our unfaithfulness never changes God's faithfulness. His mercy is greater than our sins, and He not only restores us but exalts us when we return to Him.Keywords: spiritual dryness, feeling far from God, James 4, grace, forgiveness, spiritual restoration, overcoming sin, Christian living, spiritual growth, God's faithfulness, drawing near to God, resisting temptation, humility, spiritual adultery, reconciliation with God, Christian discipleship, Bible study James, spiritual warfare, repentance, God's mercy. Hays Hills Baptist Church seeks to bring life-changing hope, to an ever-changing people, through the unchanging Gospel