Let God Be God!

“We have very little faith in the Lord, very little trust. If we trusted the Lord as much as we trust a friend when we ask him to do something for us, neither we as individuals nor our whole country would suffer so much.”    - Thaddeus of Vitovnica

"Why doesn't God answer me?" Have you ever asked yourself this question? This thought can cause great confusion in many, even conflict. After all, God is supposed to hear and answer our prayers and concerns, right?

Most of us have experienced this, or will, at some point. And, if this is where you are at right now, don't despair because you are not alone. There are few things in life that are as scary and hopeless as when we hear nothing from God.

We're doing all the right things, yet we get nothing but silence. It's as if a switch has been turned off, or the circuit has been broken. And, it is an unnerving feeling, even to the point of frustration. But, as excruciating as this may all seem, God can and does go silent sometimes.

Keep in mind that there is no obligation on God's part to respond, or give us a report on anything. You could say that God is "free" from that sort of thing. No one, including you or I, can impede Him, God can do whatever He wants, whenever He chooses, for all eternity.

God is sovereign over everything. In other words, absolutely nothing occurs in the universe that is not under God's control. Since God rules over all, He has no limitations. Of course, this is a very, basic definition of God's sovereignty, but I hope you get the idea.

There are many reasons why God might go into "silent mode." However, we can use this time for some introspection, Maybe He's trying to tell you something, or point something out in your life. Even during a period of silence, God is still in contact with you. He is fully aware of your situation, good or bad.

Some common mistakes people make when God is silent, is to doubt Him or give up on prayer. I can understand why this happens, But, this is the worst thing anyone can do. Instead of pulling away from Him, or turning our backs on Him, we should seek Him even more earnestly.

The bottom line is that although God may be silent for now, that doesn't mean He has abandoned you. I can guarantee that you will give up on God before He gives up on you! Even during those quiet times, God is working on His perfect plan. Whatever you do, don't give up on God. Let God be God!

Scripture: Revelation 21:6; Colossians 1:16; Jeremiah 32:17; Psalm 103:19; Romans 11:33

Prayer: Dear God, You created and know all things. You hold power over all heaven and earth. I faithfully trust in Your plans for me, and know that You love me, amen.

Have a blessed Monday!

Hailey