Things You Should Know

When God Seems Distant

Dedicated to @landerbyun

The highest level of worship is adoring God in spite of pain, thanking God during a trial, trusting him when tempted, surrendering while suffering and loving him when he seems distant.

Sometimes we complained of God's apparent absence. We asked Him "Lord, why are you standing aloof and far away? Why do you hide when I need you the most? Why have you forsaken me? Why do you ignore my cries for help? Why have you abandoned me?"
Of course, God didn't really left us. Every christian goes through it at least once and usually several times. It is painful and disconcerting, but it is absolutely vital for the development of our faith.

During times of trouble you must patiently rely on the promises of God,not your emotions and realize that he is taking you to deeper level of maturity.

Jesus gave up everything so you could have everything. He died so you could live forever. That alone is worthy of your continual thanks and praise. Never again should you wonder what you have to be thankful for.

Stay focused on God's presence especially when he seems distant.