Realizing why God asked Adam “Where Are You?” Even though He already knew…

"But the Lord God called to the man and said to him, 'Where are you?'" -Genesis 3:9 If God is all-knowing, why would He ask Adam, "Where are you?" He already knew Adam was hiding behind the trees, covered in shame after sinning. Here's the truth: God wasn't asking for information-He was inviting Adam into confession. God knew exactly where Adam was physically. But He wanted Adam to recognize where he was spiritually: separated, ashamed, lost. And guess what? He still asks us the same question today. When you're drifting from Him... when shame has you hiding behind busyness, social media, distractions... God isn't sitting there with arms crossed, waiting to blast you. He's calling out: Where are you? Not because He needs an update. But because He wants your honesty. Your heart. Your return. Here's how to make sure you answer Him today: 1. Stop hiding — Talk to God like you would a close friend. He already sees it all anyway (Hebrews 4:13). 2. Get honest about your heart - Confess where you've been distant. God can handle your honesty (1 John 1:9). 3. Take one step closer - Open your Bible, pray, worship, even if you "don't feel it." The feeling follows faith (James 4:8). God's call isn't about condemnation-it's about reconnection. Adam's mistake wasn't just sinning. It was hiding when he should have run toward God. And today, you get to choose differently. If you hear Him asking Where are you?, don't hide. Answer Him. Run home. He's not done working through you yet.