Book excerpt: For a moment of reflection. Before the start of a busy day. When life's burdens seem too much to bear. When you long to draw nearer to God. A Closer Walk: Applying the Word and Prayer to Daily Living combines thoughtful insights, applicable Scripture, and prayer guides that prompt readers to spend time with God in study and prayer. This devotional guide covers subjects that are relevant today, offering practical truths for daily living. Author Wayne Golden delves into many of life's perplexing dilemmas, moving readers to respond to these hurdles, guided by the eternal principles of God's Word. Topics like grace, forgiveness, joy, and discouragement are explored against the backdrop of Scripture so that each person can experience God's truth, blessings, and power in their lives. A Closer Walk: Applying the Word and Prayer to Daily Living is the kind of book you will want to read over and over, challenging your thinking and uplifting your heart. The simple and convenient way each subject is presented makes it a great book for a daily devotional time or a quick read to find instruction, encouragement, or inspiration.