Where is God in my suffering?Has He forgotten about me?How will I ever get through this?
God knew there would be times when we would be so enveloped in fear and uncertainty that we would lose sight of His presence. He knew there would be circumstances so difficult we would often question whether He really loves us and is with us in our suffering.
But Scripture shows us we are not alone in our circumstances — no matter how difficult they are.
In Isaiah 44:2 God says, “When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and when you pass through the rivers, they will not sweep over you. When you walk through the fire, you will not be burned; the flames will not set you ablaze.”
No matter how difficult and no matter how dark the season you find yourself walking through, God is with you. He promises to meet you in your pain and to help you, saying, “So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand” (Isaiah 41:10).
There is no reason to fear; you are not alone. God has been there for every tear and every sorrow (psalm
56:8), and He will strengthen your heart and help you back to your feet, no matter where He finds you today.
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