Friend,
I know how you feel in this moment. I know it seems like no one cares or understands, but I promise you, I do.
Being empty is probably, in my opinion, one of the worse things a believer can be. That season of emptiness puts into question your relationships, your commitments, your life, your dreams, your goals, your testimony, and ultimately, your faith.
But, hear me friend, there is HOPE! Even when it seems like there is nothing beyond the horizon, I promise you, it is not finished! The Lord is not finished with you! Every single time you breathe is a testament that God has something more in store for you.
I didn't believe that. When I was empty, I had no hope, no desire, no joy, nothing. I had nothing. But, listen friend, I took me recognizing the little good things in my life to find God again. And I know believers hear this all the time "if you just do this, then you will find God again" and for a long time I disagreed with that statement.
God strongly put this on my heart today:
God has already taken the first step, he has already opened the door, he is just patiently waiting for us to reciprocate what he has already done.
God wants to walk with us in every single moment of our life. He is with us even when we don't feel him. And when we don't feel him, it is because WE take a step away from HIM, not vice-versa.
So, hear me out, I get it. This season absolutely sucks and it feels like nothing matters, but - you do. God has you still going because it is not over. And He has placed people in your life to guide you, if you would just be real. You don't need to hide that you are struggling. I did - and when I finally told someone, they didn't know how to handle it because I was someone who tried my best to make it seem like I was always good. Recognize, though, that anyone you go to is also struggling. There is only one that we can go to who will understand fully and who is still perfect - Jesus. He is waiting for you to take a step. If you feel like you can't talk to Him, because, trust me, I get that, then at least be willing to recognize that He is there, waiting, and friend, find comfort in the fact that the one who created you loves you enough, not only to save you, but also to patiently wait until you go to him.
He loves you.
So, here is my challenge for you:
Find the small things in your life that are good, and give thanks to the Lord for them.
This sounds so easy, and yet, we don't.
Friend, do not give up. I have been where you are and I will probably be there again. Do not let Satan take a stronghold in your life. You have the strong one to be your strength. You can do this. No matter what you feel, you are not alone. You are loved, and treasured, and made new. You are a child of the One True King.
Sincerely,
A friend.
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