Scripture indicates God is more manifest or more obvious at some times and in some places. He reveals more of His presence in some moments.
One Old Testament and one New Testament example:
- Exodus 33.11 and 34.34-35, where God is so present to Moses.
- 1 Cor 14.25; ‘God is really among you.’ Such is the testimony to outsiders and unbelievers. For example: in a Sunday morning Church meeting, or a prayer meeting; or praying around your meal table. We may be more aware of His presence; and this presence is powerful to those looking in.
Aside: can I suggest? There are times when we are more aware of His presence – but never aware of His absence
The prophet Ezekiel describes the presence of God like a river; sometimes ankle deep; sometimes knee-deep; sometimes waist deep; and sometimes so deep he has to swim in it. The tangible presence of God seems to come with degrees, with the fragrance of Christ’s character; of life and joy and peace, etc.