New levels of purity = new levels itimacy

Matthew 5:8 Blessed are the pure in heart, for they will see God

I have had this word in my heart the past few days, but last night it really came alive. I believe God is calling His children to new levels of purity, to a place where we will not stand for even a hint of sin. God promises in Matthew 5 that the pure in heart will see Him.  Just now as I am writing this I got a picture of Jesus standing in front of me, but there were boxes in the way, which are are sin. As I walk towards Him I am getting rid of the sin that is in front of me, to get to my Jesus. I don't know about you but I don't want ANYTHING between me and my Jesus. Just as in any relationship, the level of purity corresponds  directly with the level intimacy that is possible. As His bride we need to be committed to high levels of purity. I long to be as close to Him as I possibly can. God created us for relationship, so how much more does He long for us to get  rid of the junk that is in the way so He can be at an even greater level of intimacy with us. As I write this I know it's not easy but, I know beyond a shadow of a doubt that His intimacy is worth it. 

Lord I thank you for this word, Lord I long for greater levels of intimacy with you. Please shine your light onto the sins and areas that need to get out of the way so I can get closer to you. Lord I thank you that it is even possible to know you, to know your heart, that you consider me a friend, to be able to have an intimate relationship with the God of the universe, Thank you lord.