Many I know, including myself, have walked through times of feeling God’s silence, closed doors, allowance of pain and trials, and confusion. In those times, it is easy to believe He is angry, punishing us, or that we have done something wrong.
Recently, I experienced months of closed doors after following in obedience to His direction. In those months, I experienced anger and disappointment with God, depression, frustration, confusion with closed doors, and days of tears in feeling crazy and doubtful.
I would love to say that have grasped His purpose in that painful journey and I am at a place of rest and understanding of His ways. However, I am not and continue to struggle with my range of emotions. I fight to keep hoping and not give in to my desire to want to stop.
Yet, in my wild emotions and hurt, I encourage myself as I encourage you to realize He knows the plan and why He allows the paths in our lives. He is secure enough to handle our anger, pain, and questions. The book of Job and the Psalms proved that. He does not desire our strength and lack of emotions. He desires us to hold onto Him even in our weakness, hurt, anger, and questions.
Hang in there. Although we might not know what He is doing. We can know that He always does what is best for us (regardless if we feel it or not) and will reveal His purpose and plan in, through, and for us in His time.
Be Encouraged
Charlotte
Dream Madly, Pursue Wildly, Trust Completely
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