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When You Feel Alone—and Wonder Where God Is
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Today's Scripture: Psalm 145:8–18
What do you do when loneliness starts to make you question God’s nearness?
Today’s Scripture reminds us that God does not ask us to come with polished words, tidy emotions, or perfect faith. God draws near when we call on him in truth. This episode will help you bring your actual self into God’s presence, including the parts of you that feel angry, unseen, disappointed, or far away. You’ll learn:
*Why loneliness can begin to distort how you see God
*What it means to call on God “in truth”
*Why honesty with God creates connection instead of distance
*How spiritual performance can leave hurting parts of you alone
*One simple way to reach for God when you cannot feel His nearness
Go Deeper:
Read The Secure Soul to learn how to recognize the parts of you that feel far from God and return to His loving presence.
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