Biblical Answer

When we feel abandoned by God, it's often because we've lost sight of His presence and power in our lives. We may feel like He's not hearing our prayers or answering our requests, and this can lead to feelings of anger, frustration, and despair. However, as Phil wrote, "Abandonment means to refuse yourself the luxury of asking any questions." In other words, when we feel abandoned, we tend to give up and stop seeking God. But this is exactly the opposite of what we should do. Instead, we should be determined to "recklessly abandon" ourselves to God, surrendering everything to Him and trusting in His sovereignty and love.

One of the ways we can begin to feel abandoned by God is when we experience losses or setbacks in life. We may face losses in business, friendships, or even our sense of purpose and direction. When this happens, we may feel like God has abandoned us, but Phil reminds us that God is always patient and loving, even when we're not worthy of it. We should seek to "marvel at His patience" and to imitate it in our own lives. By doing so, we can begin to see God's presence and power at work in our lives, even in the midst of difficult circumstances.

Ultimately, feeling abandoned by God is a result of our own lack of trust and surrender. When we refuse to trust God and surrender to His will, we can become isolated and alone, even in the midst of a crowd. But when we choose to trust in God and surrender to His sovereignty, we can experience a deep sense of peace and joy, even in the midst of adversity. As Phil wrote, "Seek, and you will find. Get to work - narrow your focus and interests to this one thing." By seeking God with all our hearts and surrendering to His will, we can experience a deeper, more meaningful relationship with Him, and find peace and joy in the midst of life's challenges.