Discussion:
Faith can be a fickle thing. I know so many people who are afraid to doubt, or question or go through periods of restlessness and disbelief. But look at the disciples of Christ. Nearly all of them doubted who Christ was even though they had the privilege and honor of witnessing Christ works, seeing with their own eyes his miracles take place yet still in their heart of hearts they still doubted even until his death. Look at the Psalms written by God's favored son David. It seems from one verse the other David battled with low faith and then exuberant celebrations of loyalty and trust. So don't be surprised or ashamed at your own wavering faith but reach out to God when you seem to be at the lowest even more feverishly. Seek Him most when He seems far away. Remember, He created us with analytic minds for a purpose which is to question, to explore, to create. In those times of seeming distance there is something happening behind the scene that you aren't aware of yet. Build your faith when it seems to be faltering. Just as Simon Peter, who denied Christ, was encouraged by Jesus when he told him "But, I have pleaded in prayer for you, Simon, that your faith should not fail. So when you have repented and turned to me again, strengthen your brothers." Luke 22:31-32. Having been made stronger through seeking Him we can become that much more connected and able to encourage others.
Breathe Prayer:
Lord although you feel distant I know that you are near. Forgive me for my lack of faith and reveal to me your prescience.
Meditation:
Consider times when you have felt abandoned. Focus on how you overcame those times and how marvelous God was when you found yourself on the other side. How much greater was your faith because He gave you the opportunity to seek Him even deeper?
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