Matthew 7:21-23 – “Not everyone who says to Me, ‘Lord, Lord!’ will enter the kingdom of heaven, but only he who does the will of my Father who is in heaven. Many will say to me on that day, ‘Lord, Lord, did we not prophesy in your name, and in your name drive out demons and perform many miracles?’ Then I will tell them plainly, ‘I never knew (emphasis mine) you. Away from me, you evildoers!” (NIV)

The Bible makes it clear that God desires to have a relationship with us. It is much deeper than just an acknowledgement that He exists or regular attendance at a church or being nice and doing good things. A relationship with God cannot begin until we sincerely place our faith and trust in His Son Jesus. From that point on our relationship grows and deepens through prayer and bible study and worship.