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EPISODE · May 24, 2026 · 6 MIN

Episode 11: D.R.A.W. N.E.A.R.

from Scripture Made S.I.M.P.L.E. · host shannancloud

There are moments when faith feels steady, and then there are moments when it feels distant. Life gets loud. Prayers feel unanswered. And somewhere in the middle of it all, we start wondering if God is still close. In this episode of Scripture Made S.I.M.P.L.E., we sit with one of the most grounding invitations in all of Scripture: to draw near to God. Not from a place of perfection, and not after we’ve figured everything out—but right in the middle of real life, with real questions and real need. We’ll explore what it actually means to draw near, what keeps us from stepping closer, and how God responds when we do. This isn’t about striving harder or trying to “feel more spiritual.” It’s about remembering that closeness with God has always started with His invitation, not our performance. If your faith has felt a little distant lately, or if you’ve been trying to find your way back to consistency, this episode is a steady reminder: God isn’t waiting at a distance. He’s already near, and He’s inviting you closer. So grab your Bible, settle in, and let’s open Scripture together. Because when Scripture sticks… you remember it like your favorite song lyrics.

There are moments when faith feels steady, and then there are moments when it feels distant. Life gets loud. Prayers feel unanswered. And somewhere in the middle of it all, we start wondering if God is still close. In this episode of Scripture Made S.I.M.P.L.E., we sit with one of the most grounding invitations in all of Scripture: to draw near to God. Not from a place of perfection, and not after we’ve figured everything out—but right in the middle of real life, with real questions and real need. We’ll explore what it actually means to draw near, what keeps us from stepping closer, and how God responds when we do. This isn’t about striving harder or trying to “feel more spiritual.” It’s about remembering that closeness with God has always started with His invitation, not our performance. If your faith has felt a little distant lately, or if you’ve been trying to find your way back to consistency, this episode is a steady reminder: God isn’t waiting at a distance. He’s already near, and He’s inviting you closer. So grab your Bible, settle in, and let’s open Scripture together. Because when Scripture sticks… you remember it like your favorite song lyrics.

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