why should I believe?

[Anonymous]

Here I sit wondering.. Why should I believe anymore? There are horrible, unspeakable things taking place in other countries and in the US as well, each and every day. People being murdered, beaten, raped, held hostage. People being abused physically, mentally, emotionally.
Men, women and children being trifficked around the world. Government and law enforcement do know and yet do so little.

People cry out to God and he does NOTHING. Is this a loving, merciful God?? Pastors having extramarital affairs while preaching up a storm on Sunday morning. Youth pastors smoking pot, drinking alcohol and using drugs while preaching to the youth to avoid these very things.

People on prayer sites crying out to God day and night for deliverance from temptation, pain, suffering, sin, sickness and disease. People praying fervently for God to help them, bless their finances, save their family members, restore marriages and homes. Again, most times God is silent and does nothing.

I've been praying for a lot of things almost daily for many years. I'm going through some serious issues that seems like hell. Depression and loneliness are daily. Sadness follows closely behind.. I honestly can't remember if or when any prayer were answered. I really want to remember if God did answer. But I'm unable to.

I ask God daily to show me that he is REAL. That he truly cares. That he loves me. I ask God to answer these prayers that I know are in the bible and his word says what I'm praying for is good. I need something to go on. Something that I can feel and experience to be able to proclaim his goodness and glory. Yet, again.. after many years. Silence. Only silence. Yet, I'm expected and told to hang on. Keep trusting and believing. After all of this and no answers from God to my prayers.. Why should I believe?

 

[Articles]

Dear Anonymous, we understand your struggle and distress. In times of doubt and despair, it is important to remember that God's ways are not our ways, and His thoughts are not our thoughts (Isaiah 55:8-9, WEB). Though we may not always understand His timing or methods, we must hold onto His promises.

Firstly, let's address the silence of God. The Bible tells us that God is faithful, and He hears our prayers (1 John 5:14-15, WEB). Sometimes, God's answer is not what we expect or desire, but it is always for our good and His glory (Romans 8:28, WEB). His silence does not mean He is absent or uncaring.

You mentioned the suffering and evil in the world. Remember, God gave us free will, and unfortunately, people often choose to do evil. But God is still in control, and He can bring good even out of the worst situations (Genesis 50:20, WEB). As for pastors and leaders who fall into sin, this is a sad reality, but it does not negate the truth of God's Word. We are all fallible humans, and even leaders can stumble. This is why we must always test everything against Scripture (1 John 4:1, WEB).

In your prayers, you've been asking God to show Himself to you. Remember, God wants us to seek Him with all our heart (Jeremiah 29:13, WEB). He promises that if we draw near to Him, He will draw near to us (James 4:8, WEB). This is not just a one-time event but a lifelong journey.

We must also remember that faith is not about feelings but about trusting God even when we don't see or feel Him at work. Faith is the assurance of things hoped for, the conviction of things not seen (Hebrews 11:1, WEB).

Let us pray for you:

"Dear Heavenly Father, we come before You today lifting up our brother/sister in Christ. Lord, they are struggling to see Your hand at work and to believe in Your goodness. We ask, Father, that You reveal Yourself to them in a tangible way. Help them to see Your faithfulness and love in their life. Give them the strength to hold onto You even in the silence. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen."

Lastly, we noticed that your request does not mention Jesus Christ. It is important to remember that it is through Jesus that we have access to God (John 14:6, WEB). If you have not already, we encourage you to put your faith in Jesus, confessing Him as your Lord and Savior. It is through Him that we are saved and have the promise of eternal life (Romans 10:9-10, WEB).

Keep seeking God, keep praying, and keep trusting. God is at work, even when you can't see it.

 

[Pathrael]

Here I sit wondering.. Why should I believe anymore? There are horrible, unspeakable things taking place in other countries and in the US as well, each and every day. People being murdered, beaten, raped, held hostage. People being abused physically, mentally, emotionally.
Men, women and children being trifficked around the world. Government and law enforcement do know and yet do so little.

People cry out to God and he does NOTHING. Is this a loving, merciful God?? Pastors having extramarital affairs while preaching up a storm on Sunday morning. Youth pastors smoking pot, drinking alcohol and using drugs while preaching to the youth to avoid these very things.

People on prayer sites crying out to God day and night for deliverance from temptation, pain, suffering, sin, sickness and disease. People praying fervently for God to help them, bless their finances, save their family members, restore marriages and homes. Again, most times God is silent and does nothing.

I've been praying for a lot of things almost daily for many years. I'm going through some serious issues that seems like hell. Depression and loneliness are daily. Sadness follows closely behind.. I honestly can't remember if or when any prayer were answered. I really want to remember if God did answer. But I'm unable to.

I ask God daily to show me that he is REAL. That he truly cares. That he loves me. I ask God to answer these prayers that I know are in the bible and his word says what I'm praying for is good. I need something to go on. Something that I can feel and experience to be able to proclaim his goodness and glory. Yet, again.. after many years. Silence. Only silence. Yet, I'm expected and told to hang on. Keep trusting and believing. After all of this and no answers from God to my prayers.. Why should I believe?

Praying for you in Jesus name

 

[hostadmin]

We're right there with you, friend. It's easy to feel overwhelmed and question our faith when we see the pain and suffering in the world, and when our own prayers seem to go unanswered. But remember, even in the silence, God is at work. He sees you, He hears you, and He loves you more than you can imagine.

We've been praying for you too, and we want to encourage you to keep seeking God with all your heart. He promises that if you draw near to Him, He will draw near to you (James 4:8). It might not always look or feel like you expect, but God is faithful, and His love for you never fails.

We're here for you, and we're believing with you that God will reveal Himself to you in a powerful way. Keep trusting, keep praying, and keep seeking. God is at work, even when you can't see it. And remember, it's through Jesus that we have access to God (John 14:6). Put your faith in Him, and watch as He transforms your life.

Keep going, dear friend. You're not alone. We're in this together, and we're believing for a breakthrough in your situation. Keep trusting, and keep seeking the face of God. He's worth it all.

 

[PrayerAngel67]

Here I sit wondering.. Why should I believe anymore? There are horrible, unspeakable things taking place in other countries and in the US as well, each and every day. People being murdered, beaten, raped, held hostage. People being abused physically, mentally, emotionally.
Men, women and children being trifficked around the world. Government and law enforcement do know and yet do so little.

People cry out to God and he does NOTHING. Is this a loving, merciful God?? Pastors having extramarital affairs while preaching up a storm on Sunday morning. Youth pastors smoking pot, drinking alcohol and using drugs while preaching to the youth to avoid these very things.

People on prayer sites crying out to God day and night for deliverance from temptation, pain, suffering, sin, sickness and disease. People praying fervently for God to help them, bless their finances, save their family members, restore marriages and homes. Again, most times God is silent and does nothing.

I've been praying for a lot of things almost daily for many years. I'm going through some serious issues that seems like hell. Depression and loneliness are daily. Sadness follows closely behind.. I honestly can't remember if or when any prayer were answered. I really want to remember if God did answer. But I'm unable to.

I ask God daily to show me that he is REAL. That he truly cares. That he loves me. I ask God to answer these prayers that I know are in the bible and his word says what I'm praying for is good. I need something to go on. Something that I can feel and experience to be able to proclaim his goodness and glory. Yet, again.. after many years. Silence. Only silence. Yet, I'm expected and told to hang on. Keep trusting and believing. After all of this and no answers from God to my prayers.. Why should I believe?

Sorry you are going through so much and feel so much despair over your unanswered prayers and the crisis also happening in the world. Bad things happen because Satan exists and he hates people...all of God's creation. God gave mankind free will so he doesn't override that even though evil is happening everywhere. I pray God blessed you and intervenes on behalf of your unanswered prayers..all I know is God is not the author of bad things happening. I pray God's help and blessing in your personal life and you have a better experience soon. May God send his chosen best for you to ease your loneliness as well..praying for a miracle for you in Jesus name. Amen.

 

[Anonymous]

Dear Anonymous, we understand your struggle and distress. In times of doubt and despair, it is important to remember that God's ways are not our ways, and His thoughts are not our thoughts (Isaiah 55:8-9, WEB). Though we may not always understand His timing or methods, we must hold onto His promises.

Firstly, let's address the silence of God. The Bible tells us that God is faithful, and He hears our prayers (1 John 5:14-15, WEB). Sometimes, God's answer is not what we expect or desire, but it is always for our good and His glory (Romans 8:28, WEB). His silence does not mean He is absent or uncaring.

You mentioned the suffering and evil in the world. Remember, God gave us free will, and unfortunately, people often choose to do evil. But God is still in control, and He can bring good even out of the worst situations (Genesis 50:20, WEB). As for pastors and leaders who fall into sin, this is a sad reality, but it does not negate the truth of God's Word. We are all fallible humans, and even leaders can stumble. This is why we must always test everything against Scripture (1 John 4:1, WEB).

In your prayers, you've been asking God to show Himself to you. Remember, God wants us to seek Him with all our heart (Jeremiah 29:13, WEB). He promises that if we draw near to Him, He will draw near to us (James 4:8, WEB). This is not just a one-time event but a lifelong journey.

We must also remember that faith is not about feelings but about trusting God even when we don't see or feel Him at work. Faith is the assurance of things hoped for, the conviction of things not seen (Hebrews 11:1, WEB).

Let us pray for you:

"Dear Heavenly Father, we come before You today lifting up our brother/sister in Christ. Lord, they are struggling to see Your hand at work and to believe in Your goodness. We ask, Father, that You reveal Yourself to them in a tangible way. Help them to see Your faithfulness and love in their life. Give them the strength to hold onto You even in the silence. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen."

Lastly, we noticed that your request does not mention Jesus Christ. It is important to remember that it is through Jesus that we have access to God (John 14:6, WEB). If you have not already, we encourage you to put your faith in Jesus, confessing Him as your Lord and Savior. It is through Him that we are saved and have the promise of eternal life (Romans 10:9-10, WEB).

Keep seeking God, keep praying, and keep trusting. God is at work, even when you can't see it.

my post wasn't a "request" rather it was a statement of my thoughts. also I have heard countless pastors and biblical scholars say that it isn't necessary to say Jesus if one mentions God, the Holy Spirit or Jesus as they are one and the same. This being for people who have asked Jesus into their hearts have already established the right to call on his name. Again using any of the three forms is perfectly acceptable because God knows and understands. Followers of Christ are joint heirs with Jesus at that very moment of salvation. It is the unbelievers who have to access by using Jesus name because they do not have a relationship with Him. Also his name is formally Yeshua which is the preferred name. Jesus is the modern translation that isn't actually correct. Yahweh (God) is based on the Hebrew consonants YHWH interpreted to I am. He That Is. He Brings to Existence. Hope this helps clear up any misconceptions.

 

[PrayerAngel67]

my post wasn't a "request" rather it was a statement of my thoughts. also I have heard countless pastors and biblical scholars say that it isn't necessary to say Jesus if one mentions God, the Holy Spirit or Jesus as they are one and the same. This being for people who have asked Jesus into their hearts have already established the right to call on his name. Again using any of the three forms is perfectly acceptable because God knows and understands. Followers of Christ are joint heirs with Jesus at that very moment of salvation. It is the unbelievers who have to access by using Jesus name because they do not have a relationship with Him. Also his name is formally Yeshua which is the preferred name. Jesus is the modern translation that isn't actually correct. Yahweh (God) is based on the Hebrew consonants YHWH interpreted to I am. He That Is. He Brings to Existence. Hope this helps clear up any misconceptions.

Your right ..Jesus is an English translation and I too have been studying the original names of God the father and Jesus in Hebrew..if you have you tube there is this website called The God culture and they do a whole series on the name of God..it is fascinating ..I still pray always in the name of Jesus because there is power in just saying the name or writing the name and Jesus is aware this is an English translation..he still accepts it. Sorry things are rough and I am believing God (YHWH)... For a turnaround for you..we all have issues..some very grave..but still try to praise God if you can for the little things..Joyce Meyer has a saying Complain and remain..or praise and be raised...but I know sometimes it's hard to do .

 

[usha rani]

Praying for this request in Jesus Name.

 

[The Encourager]

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.

Let Us Pray: God Thank You for loving me. Thank You for loving me Jesus. God, I ask You in Jesus' name to please bless me with everything 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, strength, and never fall out of love with You. Bless me to prosper, have excellent health, and 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 honor, respect, and obey You. Bless me to trust You with all my heart, lean not to my own understanding, acknowledge You in all my ways, and allow You to direct my footsteps, actions, and words.

God heal me, body, soul, and spirit. Cleansed me of everything in my life that doesn't honor You. 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. 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, pray Your best for 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. Prayer written by Encourager Linda Flagg, M.A., Board Certified Professional Christian Life Coach.

 

[hostadmin]

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.