What to Do When It Feels Like God Is Silent

Have you ever felt God was silent when you desperately needed answers, comfort, or direction?

The psalmists sometimes felt this way (e.g., Psalm 13).

If this happens, we should first search our hearts to make sure we're not excusing or justifying sin in our lives (Proverbs 28:13). Are we ignoring something God's Word tells us to do (James 1:22)?

But that's not always the case. Sometimes God tests us to see if we'll keep seeking Him with patience and perseverance (Galatians 6:9; Philippians 4:6).

But the most common reason we feel this way is because we are trusting our feelings and allowing ourselves to get stressed. That's when we need to remember that God never actually leaves us.

"For I am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither the present nor the future, nor any powers, neither height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord." Romans 8:38-39

When we feel like God is distant, we should continue seeking His guidance through Scripture and godly counsel, remembering His promise: "If you look for me wholeheartedly, you will find me" (Jeremiah 29:13). 

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For more insights see Thankfulness - An Important Aspect of Prayer and 5 Ideas for More Effective Prayer.

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