NEAR (WEEK 14) A-Z PRAISES TO GOD

 

🌿 Week 14 — N

🚶‍♀️ Walking with God

Discovering the Attribute of God: Near

"The Lord is close to all who call on him, yes, to all who call on him in truth."
— Psalm 145:18 (NLT)

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🌸 Welcome, Ladies!

Thank you for your participation in last week’s study. Whether you joined us through the King’s Court, the Love Letters, or shared your reflections with your Titus Team, thank you for faithfully continuing this journey of discovering who God is.

Before reading further, please pause now and kindly post on the WOW Chat: “I am enjoying learning about the attributes of God.”

This week, we are taking a walk.

Not a hurried walk.

Not a destination-focused walk.

But a quiet walk with God.

As we journey together, imagine yourself walking beside your Heavenly Father. Along the way we will stop to pray, read His Word, observe His character, reflect on His nearness, respond in faith, give thanks, and encourage one another.

Take your time with this study. Please plan how you will schedule your reading, whether in one sitting, over two days, three days, or throughout the week.

You are encouraged not to leave everything until Saturday, so you can give yourself time to reflect, pray, and fully engage with the study.

Pause often.

Reflect deeply.

If you wish, step outside for a short walk, sit by a window, or find a quiet place where you can simply enjoy God's presence.

Our goal is not simply to learn that God is Near, but to become more aware of His nearness in our everyday lives.

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📷 A Special Invitation This Week — My Nearness Moment

As we "walk with God" this week, we'd love to make this journey a little more interactive.

At some point during the week, take ONE photograph that reminds you God is near.  Or,  use ONE that you already taken.

It doesn't have to be spectacular. It may be something as simple as:

🌅 A sunrise or sunset
🌸 A flower or tree
🚶‍♀️ A walking path
📖 Your open Bible
☕ Your favourite place for devotions
🌧️ Rain after a storm
🏡 A quiet corner in your home
😊 A special moment with family or friends (with their permission)
🍃 Or anything else that quietly reminds you of God's presence.

You are invited to share your "Nearness Moment" on the WOW Chat on Saturday.

If you would like, you may add a brief caption such as:

• "This reminds me that God is near because..."

• "God is near."

• "A reminder of His presence."

• "He walks with me."

• "The Lord is close."

• "Nearness Moment."

• "Thank You, Lord, for being near."

Or, if you prefer, simply let your photograph speak for itself.

We look forward to seeing how each of us experienced God's nearness through the ordinary moments of everyday life.

Once you have read the invitation above, please let us know by copying and pasting the following on the WOW Chat:

✅ I have read and understood the invitation.

Thank you! 

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🌅 Stop 1 — The Starting Point

🙏 P — Prayer

Before beginning today's walk, spend a few quiet moments talking with the Lord.

Dear Heavenly Father,

Thank You for inviting me to walk with You today.

Open my eyes to recognize Your presence.

Quiet my heart.

Help me to hear Your voice above every distraction.

Remind me that I never walk alone because You are always near.

Draw me closer to You as I draw near to You.

In Jesus' name,

Amen.

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📖 Stop 2 — The Trail Map

R — Read

Read these passages slowly.

Psalm 145:18 (NLT)

"The Lord is close to all who call on him, yes, to all who call on him in truth."

Psalm 34:18 (NLT)

"The Lord is close to the brokenhearted; he rescues those whose spirits are crushed."

Deuteronomy 31:8 (NLT)

"Do not be afraid or discouraged, for the Lord will personally go ahead of you.
He will be with you; he will neither fail you nor abandon you."

Read each passage more than once.

As you read, imagine yourself walking beside the Lord.

💬 Share On Your Combined Titus Team Chat

Share one word or phrase from the Scriptures that especially encouraged you today.

On the WOW Chat, please let us know once you have completed Stops 1 & 2.

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🌳 Stop 3 — Look Around

👀 O — Observe

As you continue your walk, look around carefully.

What do these passages teach you about God's nearness?

Choose two observations below and share them on your Combined Titus Team Chat.

• God is close to those who call on Him.

• God draws near to those who seek Him sincerely.

• God is close to the brokenhearted.

• God rescues those whose spirits are crushed.

• God personally goes ahead of His people.

• God remains with His people.

• God never fails or abandons His children.

• God's nearness brings comfort, courage, and confidence.

Or write an observation of your own.

On the WOW Chat, please let us know once you have completed Stop 3.

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🌿 Selah Moment

Pause here.

Take a slow breath.

Look around you.

Notice something that reminds you that God is near.

Don't forget your Nearness Moment photo this week.

When you're ready, continue your walk.

🌸 Stay the course in the Word.

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🌳 Stop 4 — Sit on the Bench

💡 M — Growing Deeper

Walking with someone allows us to know them better.

The same is true with God.

His nearness is not simply about His presence.

It is about His relationship with us.

God is not a distant observer.

He is a loving Father who walks beside His children.

He is near:

• when we rejoice,

• when we wait,

• when we grieve,

• when we are uncertain,

• when we need wisdom,

• when we feel weak,

• and when we quietly whisper His name.

His promise is not that life will always be easy.

His promise is that we will never face it alone.

💭 Heart Reflection

Where do you most need to remember that God is near today?

Perhaps it is:

• a decision,

• a relationship,

• your health,

• your family,

• your future,

• a burden you've been carrying,

• or a season of waiting.

Spend a few quiet moments talking with God about that area.

💬 Share On Your Combined Titus Team Chat

Complete this sentence:

"Knowing that God is near gives me confidence to __________________________."

On the WOW Chat, please let us know once you have completed Stop 4.

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🌿 Selah Moment

Before moving on, stop again.

Read this slowly.

The Lord is close...

Close enough to hear.

Close enough to comfort.

Close enough to strengthen.

Close enough to guide.

Close enough to love.

Rest in that promise for a few moments.

🌸 Stay the course in the Word.

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🚶‍♀️ Stop 5 — Take the Next Step

🌱 P — Practice

Walking with God changes the way we walk through life.

This week, intentionally remind yourself throughout the day:

"God is near."

Whenever you begin to worry...

Whenever you feel overwhelmed...

Whenever you need wisdom...

Pause and whisper:

"Lord, thank You for being near."

💬 Share On Your Combined Titus Team Chat

Share one practical way you plan to remind yourself this week that God is near.

You may say:

• I will pause and whisper, “Lord, thank You for being near.”
• I will remember God is near when I feel overwhelmed.
• I will take a short walk and reflect on His presence.
• I will keep Psalm 145:18 in my heart this week.
• I will look for one “Nearness Moment” each day.
• I will pray before responding to difficult situations.
• I will remind myself that I am not walking alone.

Or, you may share your own practical reminder.

On the WOW Chat, please let us know once you have completed Stop 5.

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 Stop 6 — Look Back Along the Path

🌸 T — Thanksgiving

Before ending today's walk, thank God for His nearness.

Dear Father,

Thank You for walking with me.

Thank You for never leaving me.

Thank You for going before me.

Thank You for staying beside me.

Thank You for being close when I rejoice and when I struggle.

Help me never to forget that I am never alone.

Love,

Your Daughter

💬 Combined Titus Team Chat

Share one thing you are especially thankful for today because God is near.

On the WOW Chat, please let us know once you have completed Stop 6.

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🤝 Stop 7 — Walk Beside a Sister

❤️ S — Share

Take a few moments this week to encourage one sister on your Titus Team—perhaps someone who has not been able to participate in this journey with us.

You may consider sending a message like this:

“Today, I was reminded that God is near. I just wanted to remind you that whatever you are facing, you are not walking alone.”

Pray for one another.

Encourage one another.

💬 Combined Titus Team Chat

After sending your message of encouragement, share the name of the sister you encouraged.

On the WOW Chat, please let us know once you have completed Stop 7.

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TO BE DONE ON FRIDAY

🌸 Friday — Walking Reflection

As you look back over this week's journey, which truth encouraged you the most?

A. God is close to those who call on Him.

B. God is close to the brokenhearted.

C. God goes before me.

D. God never leaves or abandons me.

Share your choice in the blog comments section below.

On the WOW Chat, please let us know once you have completed the Friday - Walking Reflection.

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🌸 Saturday — My Nearness Moment

Today is our Photo Celebration! 📷

Share your one favourite photo—your Nearness Moment—on the WOW Chat.

You may include one of these captions:

• "This reminds me that God is near because..."

• "God is near."

• "A reminder of His presence."

• "He walks with me."

• "The Lord is close."

• "Nearness Moment."

• "Thank You, Lord, for being near."

Or simply let your photograph speak for itself.

Then, return to the blog and complete this sentence in the comment section:

"The attribute of God that is especially strengthening my faith this week is __________________ because __________________."

Perhaps:

🙌 Almighty
🙌 Benevolent (Good)
🙌 Compassionate
🙌 Deliverer
🙌 Eternal
🙌 Faithful
🙌 Gracious
🙌 Holy
🙌 Immutable
🙌 Just
👑 King
❤️ Love
🚶‍♀️ Near

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🌿 Reflection to Remember

"The presence of God is not discovered by traveling to a place, but by trusting His promise."

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🌿 Carry With You Today

James 4:8 (NLT)

"Come close to God, and God will come close to you."

As you finish this week's journey, may you walk away with a renewed awareness that the God who created you also walks beside you—today, tomorrow, and always.

🌸 Stay the course in the Word. 🚶‍♀️💚