Struggling With Doubt?

Many of us can think of a time when the fire we once had for God seemed to suddenly grow dim, clouded by fears or doubts.

John the Baptist experienced this too. At one point in his life he boldly preached, “Behold the Lamb of God!” However, later while he was in jail, he sent messengers asking, “Are You the One, or should we look for another?” (Matthew 11:2-3). Doubt can hit anyone, but it’s what we do with it that matters.

In Moments of Doubt, Remember

1. We often doubt in the dark what God revealed in the light.
   Like John, many of us have seasons where the revelations we received in the light are tested in the darkness.
   
   You thought you’d be further by now, married, graduated, or healed. Instead, you’re asking, “God, are You still there?” It’s essential to understand that how you feel about God in your dark times isn’t how God feels about you. Your doubts don’t disqualify you.
   
   
2. Your calling is more important than your circumstances.
   God values our purpose far more than our comfort. That’s not always easy to accept. However, when you know your life has a divine purpose, your pain now has a new meaning. It becomes a training ground, not wasted suffering.
   
   John’s calling was to prepare the way for Jesus. He fulfilled it, even though it ended in prison. In other words, that breakup, rejection, or loneliness is just a piece, not the final product. Keep trusting Him.