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I'm Quentin and I guide individuals in deepening their relationship with God. By growing in spiritual maturity, and incorporating disciplines such as prayer, meditation, and scripture study into their daily lives, they can not only find their true purpose, but face the challenges of everyday life. Subscribe now to get the Closer to God Newsletter.

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Live With Mercy- Get Closer To God

Live With Mercy " Be merciful, Just as your Father is merciful " - Luke 6:36 (NIV) Hello Reader, I’m so glad you’re here. Each week, as we open God’s Word together, we take another step toward living out His love in real, everyday ways. And if we’re honest, that’s not always easy, is it? Life gives us plenty of moments that test our patience, challenge our kindness, and stretch our ability to show grace. There are days when someone’s words cut deep, when forgiveness feels impossible, or when...

Morning Will Come " I wait for the Lord more than watchmen wait for the morning, more than watchmen for the morning. " - Psalm 130:6 Hello Reader, I’m so glad you’re here. This week, we turn our hearts to a verse that speaks to something we all face—waiting. Whether we’re waiting for answers, healing, direction, or peace, waiting can feel like one of the hardest parts of faith. Yet, it’s often in the waiting that God does His deepest work within us. Psalm 130:6 gives us a powerful image of...

Reflect His Love "Live a life filled with love, following the example of Christ." - Ephesians 5:2 Hello Reader, I’m so glad you’re here again this week! Every time we open God’s Word together, we take one more step toward living a life that reflects His love and purpose. Sometimes we overcomplicate faith, but God often brings us back to the basics — love, grace, and following the example of Christ. This week’s verse is a gentle yet powerful reminder of what that looks like in everyday life. A...

Speak to Me " Today, if you hear his voice, do not harden your hearts. " - Hebrews 4:7 (NIV) Hello Reader, I’m so glad you’re here again this week as we continue our journey of getting closer to God—one verse at a time. Each day brings new challenges, distractions, and choices that can pull our attention away from His voice. But that’s exactly why these quiet moments in Scripture matter. When we pause to reflect and really listen, we create space for God to speak into our hearts. The few...

Steadfast Hope "I say to myself, ‘The Lord is my portion; therefore I will wait for him." - Lamentations 3:24 (NIV) Hello Reader, I’m so glad you’re here. Each time we gather around God’s Word, our goal is simple: to get a little closer to Him every single day. We do this not by rushing through chapters, but by slowing down and letting even one verse sink deep into our hearts. When we pause long enough to reflect and apply a single piece of scripture, it can shape our thoughts, guide our...

A Better Mindset. "Say ‘No’ to ungodliness and worldly passions, and to live self-controlled, upright and godly lives in this present age." - Titus 2:12. (NIV) Hello Reader, I’m so glad you’re here with me again this week. Each time we open God’s Word together, we have the chance to pause, reflect, and let His truth shape the way we live. Life moves so fast, and it’s easy to get caught up in the noise, but verses like this remind us what really matters. This week’s verse is one we can all...

Eternity Beyond Time. “For a thousand years in your sight are like a day that has just gone by, or like a watch in the night” - Psalm 90:4 Hello Reader, Welcome to this week's newsletter! Let's take a moment to explore some Scripture and use it as a guide for our day. When we prioritize God's Word in our lives, everything changes. Our purpose becomes clear. Today, in the Book of Psalms, we see how God's timeline completely differs from our own. When we attempt to view things from God's...

Forgive One Another. " For if you forgive other people when they sin against you, your heavenly father will also forgive you. " - Matthew 6:14 (NIV) Hello Reader, Welcome to this week’s letter! Each time we open Scripture together, we’re reminded that God’s Word speaks directly into our daily struggles and joys. Today, we embrace the profound wisdom of Jesus, allowing His words to inspire and guide us on our journey. Forgiveness isn’t always easy — in fact, it often feels impossible when...

The Humble Way. "Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit. Rather, in humility value others above yourselves." - Philippians 2:3 (NIV) Hello Reader, I’m so glad you’re here. Each time we gather around God’s Word, whether in church, at home, or through this newsletter, we draw closer to the heart of the One who loves us most. Scripture isn’t just something we read — it’s a living guide that shapes how we think, live, and love others. This week, we turn our focus to a virtue that...

There is a Time. "For everything there is a season, a time for every activity under heaven." - Ecclesiastes 3:1 (NLT) Hello Reader, There are moments in life when we can feel overwhelmed, which often leads to stress about various aspects of our lives. It's essential to take a step back and remind ourselves that God has our backs. We’re not alone in this! Today's verse is well-known and begins a familiar pattern in this chapter of Ecclesiastes. Many people who feel inundated turn to a section...