There are many scriptures that talk about knowing God. One of the characteristics of a living being is that they are usually able to communicate their thoughts to us in some way. One of my favorite scriptures is John chapter 10 verse 27 where Jesus tells us that His sheep hear His voice. In verse 14 of the same chapter Jesus says that He is the good shepherd and he knows His sheep and His sheep know him. Anyway there is a whole lot more to say on this point.

Check those scriptures out and Hebrews 11:6 and give me another question. Also check out 2nd Peter 3:18 where we are actually commanded to grow in grace and in the knowledge of God. Not just the book or facts kind of knowledge but begin to be aware of His presence right now around you. Ask Him to reveal Himself to you and He will. (Hebrews 11:6)

I think that to begin to "know God" one must begin to treat Him as a person; although certainly a person in the spiritual dimension. However, I believe that God has a specific personality complete with emotions, desires, and the ability to communicate with humans in real time, among other attributes. Finally, for those who might doubt my assertions, I believe that the Bible reveals just such a Person.

...so what about God?

...so what about God, the God of the Bible? Is He relevant to anything going on in the world on July 2nd, 2010? Don't you have to be a member of a church to make God happy? Don't you have to be a member of the clergy to know God personally? Does anybody have an answer?