Closer Still Series Bookshelf
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There is a holy ache within every believer— a longing to know God more deeply, to walk with Him more closely, to hear His whisper in the noise of our days.
The Closer Still Series is born from that longing. Through heartfelt devotion, biblical reflection, and practical guidance, author Debbie Blower leads readers on a sacred pilgrimage of the soul—from desire to depth, from faith to fullness, from restlessness to holy stillness.
Each book in the series becomes a step along a holy path toward spiritual intimacy. With tender wisdom, gentle humor, and a poet’s heart, Debbie invites readers to slow down, breathe deep, listen well, and respond to God’s constant call: “Come closer.”
This eight-part series unfolds the rhythm of a deepening faith—
🙏 From desire (Closer Still),
🙏 To Kingdom formation (Blessed Still: The Beatitudes),
🙏 To trust (Deeper Yet),
🙏 To heavenly perspective (Higher Still),
🙏 To courageous obedience (Braver Still),
🙏 To Christlike kindness (Kinder Still),
🙏 To enduring strength (Stronger Still),
🙏 And finally, to abiding rest (Forever Still).
Closer Still: A Journey of Desire and Action in Pursuing God
Closer Still: A Journey of Desire and Action in Pursuing God is an intimate devotional invitation—one that calls readers beyond mere belief and into holy pursuit. Through tender reflection, honest storytelling, and Scripture-rooted guidance, author Debbie Blower leads readers on a sacred journey from longing to living, from desiring God to actively drawing near to Him.
Each chapter unfolds like a gentle conversation with a trusted friend, offering both heartfelt devotion and practical direction. With poetic grace, Debbie reminds us that closeness with God isn’t reserved for the few—it’s the daily choice of the hungry soul.
In these pages, readers will:
- Discover how desire becomes devotion when paired with obedient action.
- Learn to recognize and respond to the subtle invitations of the Holy Spirit.
- Find peace in God’s presence through prayer, stillness, and surrendered living.
- Be encouraged by Scripture that breathes new life into weary hearts.
Woven with warmth, humor, and hard-earned faith, Closer Still is more than a devotional—it’s a companion for those who want to experience God’s presence in every ordinary moment.
“Draw near to God, and He will draw near to you.” — James 4:8 (NIV)
The Heart of The Kingdom
A Journey Through The Beatitudes
The Heart of the Kingdom
The Beatitudes: Blessings of Jesus
There are seasons when faith feels loud and crowded—full of expectations, effort, and unanswered questions. And then there are moments when the soul longs for something quieter. Something truer. Something closer.
The Heart of the Kingdom was written for those moments.
Rooted in the words of Jesus from Matthew 5, this book invites readers to slow down and encounter the Beatitudes not as distant ideals or spiritual checklists, but as living blessings spoken over real people in real circumstances. Each Beatitude becomes an invitation—to pause, to reflect honestly, and to notice where the Kingdom of God is already drawing near.
This is not a book about striving harder or getting faith “right.”
It is a space for surrender.
For listening.
For letting God meet you where you are.
Through Scripture, gentle teaching, guided reflection, prayer, and generous journaling space, The Heart of the Kingdom walks alongside readers as they explore themes of weakness and dependence, grief and comfort, humility and strength, mercy and truth, purity of heart, peacemaking, and faithful endurance. The reflections are shaped by lived experience and written with compassion, creating a safe place to bring questions, wounds, hopes, and longing.
This book is especially for those who:
feel weary from carrying too much on their own
have been misunderstood or hurt and are learning to trust again
desire a deeper, quieter relationship with God
long to integrate faith into everyday life, not just devotional moments
Whether used during personal quiet time, alongside Scripture reading, or as a reflective companion through a season of healing or growth, The Heart of the Kingdom offers room to breathe and space to respond. It honours the slow work of God and reminds readers that transformation often happens gently—one surrendered step at a time.
Above all, this book is an invitation to draw closer still—to the presence of Jesus, to the truth of His blessings, and to the heart of the Kingdom He is continually revealing.
Peaceful Reflections
A journey of intimacy, obedience, & transformation with God.
Even the quietest moments can speak to the soul...
In Peaceful Reflections, author and poet Debbie Blower invites you to slow down and rediscover the sacred in life’s simplest moments. With warmth, honesty, and a heart rooted in faith, these gentle poems find beauty in the ordinary—a robin’s early song, the scent of bread rising, a spoon resting quietly in the sink, or the joyful laughter of grandchildren.
Whether you’re an early riser greeting the day in stillness, a mother watching her children raise children, or someone seeking a quiet place to reflect, this collection offers a peaceful companion through the rhythms of home, nature, and prayer.
Written for the quiet heart, these verses help you hear God’s whisper in the wind, reminding us that grace is not reserved for the grand—but often found in the unnoticed corners of daily life.
Perfect for personal devotion, journaling, or gifting to a loved one, Peaceful Reflections is a soulful invitation to pause, breathe, and cherish what’s right in front of you.
New Release
✨ New Release ✨
A gentle reflection journal through the Beatitudes—inviting you to slow down, listen, and draw closer to the heart of Jesus.