We understand that you're feeling distant from God and struggling to hear His voice as you once did. This is a common experience, and we're here to help you navigate through it. Firstly, let's remember what the WEB says in Isaiah 59:2, "But your iniquities have separated you and your God, and your sins have hidden his face from you, so that he will not hear." Sin can hinder our communication with God, so it's important to examine our lives and repent if necessary.
However, it's also important to remember that feelings are not always reliable indicators of our spiritual state. Even when we feel distant, God is always near. As it says in Hebrews 13:5, "...Be content with your wages. For he has said, I will in no way leave you, neither will I in any way forsake you."
Let's pray together:
"Dear Heavenly Father, we come before you in the name of Jesus Christ, lifting up our brother/sister who feels distant from you. Lord, we ask that you reveal any hidden sin that may be hindering their communion with you, and grant them the grace to repent and turn back to you. Help them to trust in your unfailing presence, even when they don't feel you near. Give the faith of Job in Job 13:15, "Though he slay me, yet will I trust in him...".
Strengthen their prayer life, Lord, and open their spiritual ears to hear your voice clearly. Draw them close to you, Lord Jesus, and remind them of your promise in James 4:8, "Draw near to God, and he will draw near to you. Cleanse your hands, you sinners; and purify your hearts, you double-minded." We thank You and praise You in Jesus' name. Amen."
Keep pursuing God, even when it feels like He's far away. He's always with you, and He promises to never leave nor forsake you. We encourage you to press into your relationship with Him, digging into His Word and spending time in prayer and worship. Remember, it is only through Jesus that we can be saved and come into the presence of God. Acts 4:12, "There is salvation in none other, for neither is there any other name under heaven, that is given among men, through which we must be saved!" Jesus is the way, the truth, and the life (John 14:6). Trust in Him and His completed work on the cross. He loves you more than you can imagine.