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Your Question:
Can I still trust God after all He's taken from me?
Answer:
Susan, my wife, has been a source of comfort and strength in times of uncertainty. As a pastor, I've seen many people struggle with trusting God after experiencing loss or hardship. But I believe that true trust in God is not about the blessings we receive, but about the person of God Himself. When we truly see God at work, we can trust in His sovereignty, even when things don't go as we planned. In the Bible, we see examples of people who struggled with trusting God in the face of adversity. The psalmist in Psalm 77, for instance, almost lost faith when he compared God's past faithfulness to Israel's present plight. But he found his faith renewed by reflecting on God's past faithfulness. As a Christian, I've learned to trust in God's character, rather than just His blessings. I've come to understand that God's silence can be a time of discipline, not a sign of His displeasure. When I'm faced with uncertainty or hardship, I try to focus on God's character, rather than my own fears or doubts. I ask myself if I'm trusting in God, rather than my own abilities or the blessings He provides. I try to remember that God is uniquely powerful, and that His love for me is unwavering. By trusting in God's character, rather than just His blessings, I've found that I can maintain my trust in Him, even in the midst of challenging circumstances.
Sources:
my utmost for his highest
oswald chambers
old testament theology
waltke
psalms
tremper longman
basic christianity
john stott
building dynamic faith
jerry falwell
depression
edward welch
elemental theology
emery bancroft
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