A God who is far vs. a God who is near

In the book of Psalms in the Bible, particularly the ones written by King David, God is addressed as One who is near. Some, such as Psalm 4 begin by speaking with God as being further away, as David has to call to Him. David sees men right in front of him, and is therefore concentrated on their wicked ways and does not see God in his midst. He therefore calls out to Him throughout the Psalm, and at the end senses God's presence as he goes to bed at night:

Answer me when I call to you,
O my righteous God.
Give me relief from my distress;
be merciful to me and hear my prayer.

How long, O men, will you turn my glory into shame
How long will you love delusions and seek false gods
Selah

Know that the LORD has set apart the godly for himself;
the LORD will hear when I call to him.

In your anger do not sin;
when you are on your beds,
search your hearts and be silent.
Selah

Offer right sacrifices
and trust in the LORD.

Many are asking, "Who can show us any good?"
Let the light of your face shine upon us, O LORD.

You have filled my heart with greater joy
than when their grain and new wine abound.

I will lie down and sleep in peace,
for you alone, O LORD,
make me dwell in safety.
What's my point? So often we cry aloud to a God we cannot see, asking for help or deliverance, but I have to wonder if we take the time to be still, knowing He is God and that He is near. After Jesus arose from the dead, He ascended into Heaven, yes, but He left a Counselor, a Comforter, the Holy Spirit. So know that God is near. Lie down and sleep in peace- the peace that comes from knowing that if you have accepted Christ Jesus into your heart and life that the Holy Spirit is within you. God is in you. He will provide you with the comfort you need.