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#33: 8 Lessons Learned when God feels distant and why you need a Community of Believers! (My Story of Faith, Summer Series - 5/8)
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This episode explores the concept of a "desert phase" in life, a time of testing and challenges that can lead to deeper growth in our faith. I share my own experience living in Las Vegas during the first year of my marriage, a time I felt distant from God and struggled with feelings of doubt and insignificance.
Key Points:
- The desert in the Bible symbolizes a place of testing.
- Like the Israelites who wandered for 40 years, our own misunderstandings can prolong difficult times.
- Focusing on past hurts hinders our ability to move forward.
- Feeling distant from God can be a catalyst for growth, forcing us to rely on Him.
- Eight lessons learned during a "desert phase":
- Trust: Trusting God to provide for our needs.
- Faith: Remaining faithful during challenging times.
- Patience & Perseverance: These qualities are essential for navigating challenges.
- Humility: A time to be humbled and refined.
- Gratitude & Remembrance: Focusing on God's faithfulness in the past helps us appreciate the present.
- Consequences & Repentance: Taking responsibility for our choices and focusing on the present.
- Dependence on God: Daily trust in Him brings peace and security.
- Hope & Future Promise: Knowing we have a future helps sustain us.
- Even in difficult times, continuing spiritual practices like prayer, journaling, and attending church can foster a patient spirit, joyful heart, and focus on the good.
- We don't need to understand everything during challenging times.
- Limitations can be necessary for growth.
- We must walk through the desert to experience transformation.
Call to Action:
- Join my Facebook group "Live with Faith Community" for support and connection
- Share your challenges in the comments or my Facebook group.
Additional Notes:
- The episode also mentions my previous episode about the importance of marriage and God's role in my journey.
- I encourage you to go back and listen to previous episodes!
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