CHILD-FRIENDLY GOD IS NOT FAR!

Memory Verse: Psalm 139:7–10 (NLT) “I can never escape from your Spirit! I can never get away from your presence! If I go up to heaven, you are there; if I go down to the grave, you are there. If I ride the wings of the morning, if I dwell by the farthest oceans, even there your hand will guide me, and your strength will support me.”

 

Is God Really Close? Sometimes we feel like God is far away—especially when we’re sad, scared, or waiting for something to change. But the truth is, God is always near, even when we don’t feel Him.

God Is Everywhere! 

Jeremiah 23:23–24 says God fills heaven and earth. That means He’s with us at home, at school, when we’re happy, and even when we’re having a tough day.

Even Heroes Felt Alone 

-Elijah felt sad and alone in 1 Kings 19, but God reminded him He was still there.

-David cried out to God in the Psalms, asking Him to stay close.

- Jesus understands our pain because He went through hard times too.

God Never Leaves Us 

- Hebrews 13:5 – God promises never to leave us.

- 2 Timothy 2:13 – Even when we forget Him, He never forgets us.

- Jeremiah 29:13–14 – If we look for God with all our hearts, we’ll find Him.

- Psalm 46:1 – God is always ready to help us.

Nothing Can Separate Us from God 

Romans 8:38–39 says nothing can take us away from God’s love—not sadness, fear, or even mistakes. If we feel far from God, it’s not because He moved—it’s because we did. But He’s always ready to welcome us back.

REFLECTION QUESTIONS

1. Have you ever felt like God was far away? What made you feel that way?

2. Can you remember a time when you realized God was close, even if you didn’t feel Him?

3. How does it help to know that Jesus understands your feelings?

4. How can you help a friend know that God is always near?

PRAYER: Dear God, thank You for always being close to me. Even when I feel alone or scared, help me remember that You are right here with me. Teach me to trust You and to look for You with all my heart, in Jesus’ name, Amen.

Shalom 

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