Some times God seems far away and silent. I dont hear Him speak. Hes not opening my eyes to new truth or clearly showing me His will. Its as if He disappears from my life...as if Hes given up on me. I know its not true. I know He is always present, loving, guiding, and willing to shine His light on my path and guide me in His way. Hes not a God who plays hide and seek. Hes not fickle but faithful. And yet, sometimes He seems so far away and so silent. Heres what Ive found. When this happens, its on me. He hasnt shut me out. Ive shut Him out. He hasnt pulled away from me. Ive pulled away from Him. e.g. Psalm 25:14 - The Lord confides in those who fear him; he makes his covenant known to them. When He seems far away and silent, it means that I havent been living my life totally committed to fearing, revering, adoring, worshiping, loving, longing for, seeking, striving for Him. I havent been seeking Him first. Its on me. So, in those moments, I have a decision to make. Do I really want Him to speak to me or not? Do I really want to experience His closeness or not? Do I really want Him to guide me or not? And then...I answer...by seeking Him with all my heart, soul, mind, and strength...or not. And then...God seems close and I experience His touch, voice, comfort, and direction again...or not. Where is God in your life today?
Posted on: Wed, 08 Oct 2014 12:40:24 +0000