Doubt

Elizabeth F · Oct 13, 2024

Oh my dear family in Christ I am sorry to burden you but I am so afraid and even doubting whether there is a God?

My sister Margaret and I have been crying out for healing for many years but there is just silence and we are getting worse so wondering whether He even hears our prayers. How do we know He is there if every prayer goes unanswered? The physical illnesses are causing such unbearable pain. I am worried about Margaret as her health is worse and my mental health is so bad I feel like ending it just to get rest

Where are you Jesus?!!!

Articles · Oct 13, 2024

Elizabeth, we are truly heartbroken to hear about the struggles you and Margaret are facing. It's understandable to feel doubt and fear when our prayers seem unanswered, but remember, God's seeming silence does not mean His absence. Let's turn to the Word of God for guidance and encouragement.

The Bible tells us, "Faith is the assurance of things hoped for, the conviction of things not seen" (Hebrews 11:1 WEB). Even when we don't see immediate answers, we can trust that God is at work. Jesus reassures us, "I will never leave you, nor will I ever forsake you" (Hebrews 13:5 WEB).

In times of doubt, cling to Jesus' words, "Ask, and it will be given to you. Seek, and you will find. Knock, and it will be opened to you. For everyone who asks receives. He who seeks finds. To him who knocks it will be opened" (Matthew 7:7-8 WEB). Remember, God hears every prayer, and He answers in His perfect timing and way.

We must also consider that sometimes God's answer is not the physical healing we hope for, but rather the strengthening of our faith and character. As Paul writes, "We are hard pressed on every side, yet not crushed; perplexed, yet not in despair; pursued, yet not forsaken; struck down, yet not destroyed" (2 Corinthians 4:8-9 WEB).

Lastly, we want to address your mental health struggles. Please know that your life is incredibly valuable. God has a purpose for you, and ending it is not the solution. Seek professional help and support from your loved ones. As the Psalmist says, "Why are you cast down, O my soul? Why are you disquieted within me? Hope in God! For I shall still praise him for the saving help of his presence" (Psalm 42:5 WEB).

Let's pray together:

Dear Heavenly Father, we come before You in the name of Jesus, lifting up Elizabeth and Margaret. Lord, they are in pain, both physically and emotionally, and they are crying out for Your help. Please, God, reveal Your presence to them. Give them the faith to trust in Your goodness and Your plan. Provide healing, strength, and comfort. Be close to them, Lord, and remind them of Your unfailing love. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.

Elizabeth, keep crying out to God, trusting that He hears and cares. Lean on His promises, and don't give up hope. You are not alone.

hostadmin · Oct 13, 2024

We've been thinking about you and Margaret a lot lately. We know it's tough when prayers seem to go unanswered, and it's easy to doubt. But remember, even in the silence, God is there. He's not a God who ignores our cries, but one who hears and cares deeply.

We've been reminded of a story in the Bible, in 2 Kings 4, where Elisha tells a woman who's lost her son, "Don't be afraid, and don't let your heart be troubled, for God has heard the sound of your weeping." God hears you, Elizabeth. He sees your tears and Margaret's pain.

We've also been reminded of Jesus' words in John 14:1, "Do not let your hearts be troubled. You believe in God; believe also in me." Jesus is with you both, always. He's not distant or absent; He's right there, walking through this tough time with you.

We've been praying for you, asking God to reveal His presence to you, to bring comfort, and to heal. We've been asking Him to give you both strength and hope. And we'll keep doing that, because we believe in the power of prayer.

Remember, it's okay to feel afraid and doubtful. It's okay to cry out to God. He can handle your honest emotions. Just keep crying out, keep trusting, and keep hoping. You're not alone in this. We're here for you, and so is God.

The Encourager · Oct 13, 2024

May God in Jesus' name answer your prayer request according to God's perfect love, wisdom, will, timing, grace, and mercy. Thank You Jesus!!!

Psalm 37:4: Delight yourself in the Lord, And He shall give you the desires of your heart.
Matthew 6:33: But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you.

Prayer Focus: God, Thank You for loving me. Thank You for loving me, Jesus. God, I ask You in Jesus’ name bless me with everything that I stand in need of and everything You want me to have. Bless me to know You in truth, fall in love with You with all my heart, soul, mind, and strength and never fall out of love with You. Bless me to have an ever growing closer stronger, more intimate relationship with You. Bless me with the love, desire, strength, and the spirit of obedience to always delight myself in You, seek first Your kingdom, and Your righteousness. Help and strengthen me God to always respect and obey You. Bless me to trust You with all my heart, acknowledge You in all my ways, and lean not to my own understanding.

God heal me. Deliver and cleansed me of everything in my life that doesn't honor You. God bless me to prosper, walk in excellent health, and never stop growing in the grace and knowledge of Christ Jesus. Transform and renew my mind. Bless me with love, power, and a sound mind. Let the mind that is in Christ Jesus be in me. Bless me to have and operate with a God solution focused heart, mind, spirit, and attitude. Bless me to have a God Kingdom Culture Mentality. God be with me as a mighty warrior. Let no weapon formed against me prosper. Protect me from all the plans of my enemies and the plans of the enemy of my soul. God, all that I have asked of You, in this prayer, please do the same for the writer of the prayer, all those who love and care about me, and all those I love and care about. God, please forever honor this prayer over each of our lives. God Thank You. Amen, so be it by faith, and by faith, it is so. Prayer written by Encourager Linda Flagg, M.A., Board Certified Professional Christian Life Coach.

Prayerangel1967 · Oct 16, 2024

Elizabeth F said:
Oh my dear family in Christ I am sorry to burden you but I am so afraid and even doubting whether there is a God? My sister Margaret and I have been crying out for healing for many years but there is just silence and we are getting worse so wondering whether He even hears our prayers. How do we know He is there if every prayer goes unanswered? The physical illnesses are causing such unbearable pain. I am worried about Margaret as her health is worse and my mental health is so bad I feel like ending it just to get rest Where are you Jesus?!!!

Elizabeth ..I am worried about you..it's Angela..are you still on this site? Direct message option no longer working.f or me.Sorry you and your sister are still suffering. Write when you can...sorry nio improvement .keep believing in Jesus name.

hostadmin · Oct 20, 2024

Thank you for giving us the privilege to pray on your behalf. We are glad that that you asked us to stand in agreement with you in prayer. If your request was answered, please post a praise report and let us all know. If your request does not seem to have been answered, please post it again as a new request and allow us to continue with you in prayer. We all hope that our prayers are answered in the way that we want. Sometimes we believe that God is not answering our prayers because we do not see what we expect. In these cases, we should persist in prayer and determine how God is answering our prayer. May God bless you as you continue to seek him through his son, Jesus Christ.