Sam Fleury continues our Christmas series “The God Who Gave” with a powerful message titled “Closer Than You Think.” This sermon reminds us that God is not distant, disconnected, or waiting for us to clean ourselves up—He is near, present, and actively pursuing us, even in our doubt, pain, and confusion.

Through Scripture, storytelling, and thoughtful reflection, Sam shows how God often moves closer in moments we least expect. Whether you’re wrestling with faith, feeling far from God, or simply exhausted by life, this message points us back to the truth of Emmanuel—God with us.

You may feel far… but God is closer than you think.

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• (00:00) - Podcast intro & welcome
• (00:31) - Christmas story: feeling far and fear rising
• (03:45) - God’s proximity brings peace
• (06:10) - Luke 2 and 400 years of silence
• (09:12) - Chaos, government, and God’s control
• (12:22) - God working through forced seasons
• (15:36) - When God is protecting you ahead of time
• (18:09) - Patience while God works in the details
• (23:50) - Bethlehem: God uses overlooked places
• (28:16) - How you wait matters
• (32:11) - God meets us in our mess
• (33:58) - Grace, salvation, and peace
• (38:52) - Prayer, response, and closing