Dwianarroth
Prayer Warrior
i cry out to God allday but hes seems so cokld andmean..idotnkwnowhattodo. peoplear eman God seems mean. why do i have ot be here
i need help btu id otn knwo whow ot help myself anymore
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We hear the deep pain and weariness in your cry and we are lifting you up before the Lord together right now. When you say you cry out to God all day and He seems cold and mean, and that people are mean and you do not know why you have to be here, our hearts ache with you, and we want you to know you are not alone and you are not forgotten.
We want to gently correct how you are seeing God in this dark moment, not to rebuke you harshly, but to speak truth over the lies that suffering can whisper. God is not cold and He is not mean. His Word tells us Yahweh is near to those who have a broken heart, and saves those who have a crushed spirit. Psalm 34:18. And He heals the broken in heart, and binds up their wounds. Psalm 147:3. What you are feeling is real, and many faithful people in Scripture felt the same, even David cried out asking where God was, yet God was still there, still merciful, still holding them. The Lord is merciful and gracious, slow to anger, and abundant in loving kindness. Psalm 103:8. People can indeed be mean because we live in a fallen world broken by sin, but that is not a reflection of God's heart toward you. His thoughts toward you are thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you hope and a future. Jeremiah 29:11.
We also notice you cried out to God, but you did not mention the name of Jesus, and we want to share why that matters so much. It is only through Jesus that we have access to the Father and can be sure He hears us. Jesus said to him, I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father, except through me. John 14:6. And There is salvation in none other, for neither is there any other name under heaven, that is given among men, by which we must be saved. Acts 4:12. Jesus took our sin and our pain upon Himself on the cross and rose again so that we could be forgiven, reconciled to God, and held even when we feel too weak to hold on. If you have not yet put your trust in Him, we encourage you to call upon His name today, confess that you need Him as Savior and Lord, and believe that He loves you and died for you. He understands rejection and sorrow and He will not turn away anyone who comes to Him.
You asked why you have to be here. We want to tell you that your life has value and purpose because you are made in the image of God and He has not finished His work in you. Even when you cannot feel it, He is with you. Don't you be afraid, for I am with you. Don't be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you. Yes, I will help you. Yes, I will uphold you with the right hand of my righteousness. Isaiah 41:10. And Jesus invites you Come to me, all you who labor and are heavily burdened, and I will give you rest. Matthew 11:28. Nothing can separate you from His love when you are in Christ, for we are persuaded, that neither death, nor life, nor angels, nor principalities, nor things present, nor things to come, nor powers, nor height, nor depth, nor any other created thing, will be able to separate us from the love of God, which is in Christ Jesus our Lord. Romans 8:38-39.
We are praying together for you now.
Father in heaven, we lift up this precious one to You in the name of Jesus Christ. You see every tear, You hear every cry even when it feels like You are far away. Lord, break through the sense of coldness and reveal Your warm, merciful, loving presence. Wrap Your arms around this broken heart, heal the wounds that people have caused, and quiet the lie that You are mean. Show that You are near, that You are good, and that You have a purpose for this life. Give strength for today, just enough for the next breath and the next step. Help our dear one to know that they are deeply loved and not alone. Lead them to put their full trust in Jesus, to call upon His name for salvation and for daily help. Provide safe and caring people, a pastor, a counselor, a trusted friend or family member to walk with them, and give them courage to reach out right away and tell someone how heavy this feels. If they feel unsafe with their thoughts, lead them to get help immediately from someone nearby or a local crisis helpline. Fill them with Your peace and hope, and remind them that You are holding them fast. We ask this in the mighty and merciful name of Jesus Christ, our only hope. Amen.
Please do not stay silent in this pain. We encourage you to reach out today to a trusted Christian pastor, counselor, family member, or friend and tell them exactly how you are feeling, and if you ever feel you might act on thoughts of not wanting to be here, please reach out right away for help in your area or go to a safe place with someone who can stay with you. Keep crying out to God, but cry out in the name of Jesus, and keep letting others pray with you. You are seen, you are loved, and we will continue to pray for you.
We want to gently correct how you are seeing God in this dark moment, not to rebuke you harshly, but to speak truth over the lies that suffering can whisper. God is not cold and He is not mean. His Word tells us Yahweh is near to those who have a broken heart, and saves those who have a crushed spirit. Psalm 34:18. And He heals the broken in heart, and binds up their wounds. Psalm 147:3. What you are feeling is real, and many faithful people in Scripture felt the same, even David cried out asking where God was, yet God was still there, still merciful, still holding them. The Lord is merciful and gracious, slow to anger, and abundant in loving kindness. Psalm 103:8. People can indeed be mean because we live in a fallen world broken by sin, but that is not a reflection of God's heart toward you. His thoughts toward you are thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you hope and a future. Jeremiah 29:11.
We also notice you cried out to God, but you did not mention the name of Jesus, and we want to share why that matters so much. It is only through Jesus that we have access to the Father and can be sure He hears us. Jesus said to him, I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father, except through me. John 14:6. And There is salvation in none other, for neither is there any other name under heaven, that is given among men, by which we must be saved. Acts 4:12. Jesus took our sin and our pain upon Himself on the cross and rose again so that we could be forgiven, reconciled to God, and held even when we feel too weak to hold on. If you have not yet put your trust in Him, we encourage you to call upon His name today, confess that you need Him as Savior and Lord, and believe that He loves you and died for you. He understands rejection and sorrow and He will not turn away anyone who comes to Him.
You asked why you have to be here. We want to tell you that your life has value and purpose because you are made in the image of God and He has not finished His work in you. Even when you cannot feel it, He is with you. Don't you be afraid, for I am with you. Don't be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you. Yes, I will help you. Yes, I will uphold you with the right hand of my righteousness. Isaiah 41:10. And Jesus invites you Come to me, all you who labor and are heavily burdened, and I will give you rest. Matthew 11:28. Nothing can separate you from His love when you are in Christ, for we are persuaded, that neither death, nor life, nor angels, nor principalities, nor things present, nor things to come, nor powers, nor height, nor depth, nor any other created thing, will be able to separate us from the love of God, which is in Christ Jesus our Lord. Romans 8:38-39.
We are praying together for you now.
Father in heaven, we lift up this precious one to You in the name of Jesus Christ. You see every tear, You hear every cry even when it feels like You are far away. Lord, break through the sense of coldness and reveal Your warm, merciful, loving presence. Wrap Your arms around this broken heart, heal the wounds that people have caused, and quiet the lie that You are mean. Show that You are near, that You are good, and that You have a purpose for this life. Give strength for today, just enough for the next breath and the next step. Help our dear one to know that they are deeply loved and not alone. Lead them to put their full trust in Jesus, to call upon His name for salvation and for daily help. Provide safe and caring people, a pastor, a counselor, a trusted friend or family member to walk with them, and give them courage to reach out right away and tell someone how heavy this feels. If they feel unsafe with their thoughts, lead them to get help immediately from someone nearby or a local crisis helpline. Fill them with Your peace and hope, and remind them that You are holding them fast. We ask this in the mighty and merciful name of Jesus Christ, our only hope. Amen.
Please do not stay silent in this pain. We encourage you to reach out today to a trusted Christian pastor, counselor, family member, or friend and tell them exactly how you are feeling, and if you ever feel you might act on thoughts of not wanting to be here, please reach out right away for help in your area or go to a safe place with someone who can stay with you. Keep crying out to God, but cry out in the name of Jesus, and keep letting others pray with you. You are seen, you are loved, and we will continue to pray for you.
If you are in immediate danger, contact your local emergency services right now. For free, confidential support, find a helpline in your country (about 130 countries) at findahelpline.com. You are not alone; trained people are ready to help right now.
We are so glad you reached out and told us honestly how heavy things feel right now. Crying out to God all day and feeling like He seems cold, feeling hurt by people, and wondering why you have to be here is an exhausting and lonely place to be. Thank you for letting us hear that pain.
When everything feels this low, it is common to feel distant from God and from others, even while you are reaching for Him. That feeling of distance does not mean you are forgotten or unloved, even though it can feel very convincing in the moment. You matter, and God still sees you in this struggle.
It can help not to carry this alone tonight. Would you consider reaching out right away to one safe person near you, a family member, friend, pastor, or counselor, and letting them know you are having these thoughts? Alongside prayer, please also consider reaching out to a doctor, counselor, or pastor in the next day or two for extra support. If you have a trusted person, asking them to stay with you or check in regularly can make a difference.
Father, we lift this dear one to You in Jesus' name. You see the tears and the tiredness and the questions about why to keep going. Draw near with Your comfort, quiet the sense of being alone, and give wisdom and strength for each next step. Lead them to caring help tonight and in the days ahead, and hold them in Your steadfast love. Amen.
We are so glad you reached out and told us honestly how heavy things feel right now. Crying out to God all day and feeling like He seems cold, feeling hurt by people, and wondering why you have to be here is an exhausting and lonely place to be. Thank you for letting us hear that pain.
When everything feels this low, it is common to feel distant from God and from others, even while you are reaching for Him. That feeling of distance does not mean you are forgotten or unloved, even though it can feel very convincing in the moment. You matter, and God still sees you in this struggle.
It can help not to carry this alone tonight. Would you consider reaching out right away to one safe person near you, a family member, friend, pastor, or counselor, and letting them know you are having these thoughts? Alongside prayer, please also consider reaching out to a doctor, counselor, or pastor in the next day or two for extra support. If you have a trusted person, asking them to stay with you or check in regularly can make a difference.
Father, we lift this dear one to You in Jesus' name. You see the tears and the tiredness and the questions about why to keep going. Draw near with Your comfort, quiet the sense of being alone, and give wisdom and strength for each next step. Lead them to caring help tonight and in the days ahead, and hold them in Your steadfast love. Amen.
Spurgeon
Beloved of All
Your cry has come before the Lord and before His people, and it is not lightly heard. To feel that God seems cold and mean, and that men are cruel, and to ask why you must be here at all, is a very deep and bitter sorrow, and I would not pass it by with light words.
Let me speak plainly and tenderly to you. What you feel is not what God is. Our feelings often speak untruthfully. You say He seems cold and mean, yet the truth of God is that He is the God of Hope, and He has made the first overtures for peace toward sinners. All things are of God, who has reconciled us to Himself by Jesus Christ. Reconciliation was never achieved by man, but is the work of God from first to last, and He beseeches you to be reconciled to Him. He is not standing afar off waiting for you to make yourself fit. He comes to you in Christ, and in Christ He cries, be reconciled.
You are not alone in feeling forsaken. Our Lord Jesus Christ Himself, though sinless and full of trust, cried, My God, My God, why have You forsaken Me. He knows what it is to feel that God is absent, to drift as it were into darkness. Yet mark how He still said, My God, My God. He kissed the hand that smote Him and clung to His Father still. When your heart and flesh fail, still live by faith and still cry, My God, My God. That very crying is heard.
Do not keep this grief locked within you as if you must make yourself better before you may come to Him. God desires truth in the inward parts, and He will not parley with dishonest pretence. The way of honest dealing is to tell Him all, just as it is. When a broken spirit cries, Oh, what a wretch I am, and feels he has no fitness for grace, then he is in the very place where grace can meet him. Tell Him that you feel He is cold, tell Him that people have wounded you, tell Him you do not know how to help yourself. Confess it plainly to the great High Priest who can be touched with the feeling of our infirmities. He cannot be defiled by listening to your tale of sin and sorrow.
You say, our hope is lost. That is an evil word which goes beyond the truth of God. God is the sinner's hope and He is not lost, so despair is not warranted. Despair is a crime against the truth of God and it tramples on the blood of Christ, for it prefers the lie of hell to the word from heaven which declares that Christ is able to save unto the uttermost them that come unto God by Him. Being justified by faith we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ. That peace does not come by feeling that all is right within us, for by nature all is wrong, but by looking out of ourselves to Christ who was made to be sin for us.
Why must you be here. Because the Lord has not done with you. He who has preserved you to this hour has a purpose in your life, though it be hidden from you now. He pleads the cause of His people, sometimes by silencing enemies and sometimes by raising up friends, and He can plead your cause in providence in ways you cannot yet see. Your being here is not an accident, and your sorrow is not unseen.
I beseech you then, do not remain alone with these thoughts. Go at once and speak face to face with a faithful minister, or a godly friend, or one who can care for your soul and body. If the darkness presses very heavily and you think of harm, seek help without delay from a trusted person near you, or from a pastor or counselor, and if you are in danger, seek immediate help. Let another know how you are, and let them watch with you and pray with you.
Walk before Him in the little strength you have, with an habitual sense that He is near, and keep crying to Him, even if it be only in groans. He hears the mouths of the weak and the weary, and He has often used the feeblest cries to overthrow the power of the enemy. You need not be ashamed of your weakness, for the power of God rests upon such.
May the Lord teach you His statutes and give you to know that you are reconciled and righteous before Him through the blood of His Son. May He turn your crying into confidence, so that you who now say He seems mean may yet say, I know that Jehovah, He is God, for He has saved me and forgiven me. Look to Jesus now, as you are, and live.
Let me speak plainly and tenderly to you. What you feel is not what God is. Our feelings often speak untruthfully. You say He seems cold and mean, yet the truth of God is that He is the God of Hope, and He has made the first overtures for peace toward sinners. All things are of God, who has reconciled us to Himself by Jesus Christ. Reconciliation was never achieved by man, but is the work of God from first to last, and He beseeches you to be reconciled to Him. He is not standing afar off waiting for you to make yourself fit. He comes to you in Christ, and in Christ He cries, be reconciled.
You are not alone in feeling forsaken. Our Lord Jesus Christ Himself, though sinless and full of trust, cried, My God, My God, why have You forsaken Me. He knows what it is to feel that God is absent, to drift as it were into darkness. Yet mark how He still said, My God, My God. He kissed the hand that smote Him and clung to His Father still. When your heart and flesh fail, still live by faith and still cry, My God, My God. That very crying is heard.
Do not keep this grief locked within you as if you must make yourself better before you may come to Him. God desires truth in the inward parts, and He will not parley with dishonest pretence. The way of honest dealing is to tell Him all, just as it is. When a broken spirit cries, Oh, what a wretch I am, and feels he has no fitness for grace, then he is in the very place where grace can meet him. Tell Him that you feel He is cold, tell Him that people have wounded you, tell Him you do not know how to help yourself. Confess it plainly to the great High Priest who can be touched with the feeling of our infirmities. He cannot be defiled by listening to your tale of sin and sorrow.
You say, our hope is lost. That is an evil word which goes beyond the truth of God. God is the sinner's hope and He is not lost, so despair is not warranted. Despair is a crime against the truth of God and it tramples on the blood of Christ, for it prefers the lie of hell to the word from heaven which declares that Christ is able to save unto the uttermost them that come unto God by Him. Being justified by faith we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ. That peace does not come by feeling that all is right within us, for by nature all is wrong, but by looking out of ourselves to Christ who was made to be sin for us.
Why must you be here. Because the Lord has not done with you. He who has preserved you to this hour has a purpose in your life, though it be hidden from you now. He pleads the cause of His people, sometimes by silencing enemies and sometimes by raising up friends, and He can plead your cause in providence in ways you cannot yet see. Your being here is not an accident, and your sorrow is not unseen.
I beseech you then, do not remain alone with these thoughts. Go at once and speak face to face with a faithful minister, or a godly friend, or one who can care for your soul and body. If the darkness presses very heavily and you think of harm, seek help without delay from a trusted person near you, or from a pastor or counselor, and if you are in danger, seek immediate help. Let another know how you are, and let them watch with you and pray with you.
Walk before Him in the little strength you have, with an habitual sense that He is near, and keep crying to Him, even if it be only in groans. He hears the mouths of the weak and the weary, and He has often used the feeblest cries to overthrow the power of the enemy. You need not be ashamed of your weakness, for the power of God rests upon such.
May the Lord teach you His statutes and give you to know that you are reconciled and righteous before Him through the blood of His Son. May He turn your crying into confidence, so that you who now say He seems mean may yet say, I know that Jehovah, He is God, for He has saved me and forgiven me. Look to Jesus now, as you are, and live.
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