Saturday 18 July 2026 - Walk more closely with the Lord

Saturday 18 July 2026

Welcome to the Saturday Examen. For today’s examen, begin by placing yourself in God’s presence. We have been reminded this week of God’s desire to be close to us. Take this opportunity to step closer to the Lord. Prepare yourself for prayer by focusing on your breath. Notice how the rhythm of your breathing brings stillness and an awareness of God’s presence. We might begin by asking for the wisdom and openness that also weave throughout the scripture for this week. Cast your mind back over the week… where have you experienced this need for the Lord, a call to witness, or a generosity of spirit? Many of the readings this week have spoken about vulnerability and humility. Have your actions this week reflected your faith? Have there been times you have resisted God's invitation to change? Is there a particular moment God is drawing you to remember? Notice what rises to the surface naturally… allow the moment to reveal itself. Do you notice any challenges, lack of understanding, or frustration? Allow these moments to be seen and held. Where, in the prayer journey of the week have you noticed God invitation? How might you seek justice, practice humility, and walk more closely with the Lord? Again, notice what arises naturally. Look forward to the days to come with a prayer of thanksgiving, asking for God’s grace and guidance to carry the insights you have received into each day. Glory be to the Father and to the Son and to the Holy Spirit. As it was in the beginning, is now and ever shall be World without end Amen