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Your Question:
does god really hear my prayers when i'm feeling so alone?
Answer:
I can relate to feeling alone, especially when it comes to prayer. As a pastor, I've seen many people struggle with feeling like God isn't hearing their prayers. But the truth is, God always hears our prayers. It's not that He's deaf or not paying attention, but rather, He's not always answering in the way we expect. Sometimes, His silence is what we need to hear, to learn to trust in Him, and to understand that prayer is not just about changing external circumstances, but about changing us internally. When we're feeling alone, it's easy to get caught up in our own emotions and doubts. But the Bible reminds us that God is always with us, even when we can't feel it. He's our mediator, our comforter, and our guide. When we pray in secret, without the distractions of others, we can pour out our hearts to Him and truly connect with Him. It's in those moments of solitude that we can come to understand that God's silence is not a lack of attention, but a call to trust and intimacy. As someone who's walked through difficult times, I can attest to the fact that God's silence can be a catalyst for growth and intimacy with Him. When we're broken and speechless, unable to ask questions or make demands, that's when He begins to teach us. His silence is not a lack of love or attention, but a call to deeper faith and trust. So, even when we feel alone, we can be confident that God is hearing our prayers, and that He's working in our lives, even when we can't see it.
Sources:
my utmost for his highest
oswald chambers
power of a praying wife
stormie omartian
acts
r c sproul
systematic theology
wayne grudem
depression
edward welch
westminster larger catchism
westminster divines
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