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Your Question:
Why does it feel like God abandoned me when I need Him most?
Answer:
I can relate to feeling like God has abandoned me, especially when I'm going through a tough time. As a pastor, I've seen many people struggle with feelings of isolation and aloneness, even when they acknowledge God's existence. It's as if they're living in a state of spiritual numbness, where God's presence feels distant or non-existent. I've been there myself, feeling overwhelmed by my own inadequacies and failures. But I've come to realize that feelings can be deceiving. Just because I feel like God has abandoned me doesn't mean He has. In fact, it's often during those times of darkness that God is working in my life, even if I don't feel it. As the Bible says, "He could simply have been without us; and he can, if he chooses, accomplish his purposes without us." It's a sobering thought, but it's also a reminder that my feelings don't define my relationship with God. As I reflect on my own experiences, I've come to understand that my feelings of abandonment often stem from my own lack of focus on God. When I'm not seeking Him, I'm not drawing near to Him, and I'm not experiencing His presence in my life. It's a vicious cycle, but one that I've learned to break. By seeking God with all my heart, I've found that my feelings of abandonment begin to lift, and I'm reminded that I'm not alone in my struggles.
Sources:
my utmost for his highest
oswald chambers
depression
edward welch
christian theology
millard erickson
basic christianity
john stott
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