By Pastor R. Kevin Matthews
Have you ever felt like your prayers were just bouncing off the ceiling? Like, God had forgotten about you or worse, turned His back on you? Like, He brought you this far just to disappear? Perhaps this has been a taunting giant of your past, or is one you’re up against now. Whatever the case may be, we are here to deliver hope, encouragement, and the truth that you have not, are not, and will never be alone.
God Promised To Be With You. Hebrews 13:5-6 (NKJV) reads, Let your conduct be without covetousness; be content with such things as you have. For He Himself has said, I will never leave you nor forsake you. So we may boldly say: The Lord is my helper; I will not fear. What can man do to me? Even though there may be times where you feel alone or as if God is distant or silent, how you perceive it at that time is key. According to the Scripture above, God will never leave us, so our perception plays a critical role. We must remember to govern our lives by the truth of God’s Word and not temporary feelings or circumstances. So, how do you do that?
- Daily Affirm Your Trust In The Lord. Proverbs 18:21(NKJV) says, Death and life are in the power of the tongue, And they that love it shall eat the fruit thereof. You must intentionally feed your faith and starve your doubts. One way to do this is through daily faith confessions of God’s Word. Revelation comes by repetition, and the more you hear yourself speaking the Word, your understanding will surpass from head knowledge to heart revelation.
- Get Wise Counsel. Surrounding yourself with negative people who lack Godly wisdom is the last thing you want to do. Psalm 1:1(NKJV) reads, Blessed is the man Who walks not in the counsel of the ungodly, Nor stands in the path of sinners, Nor sits in the seat of the scornful. Be purposeful about the company you keep. Get and stay around people who are full of faith, God’s Word, and can encourage you.
- Daily Confession. Repeat this prayer. Father, I thank you that I am your child and you are a good dad! My feelings and emotions do not govern my life. I know that you are with me because your Word says so, and your Word is the truth I live by. Confess this prayer daily and watch your spirit change.
About The Author. Pastor R. Kevin Matthews is the founder and senior pastor of The Shepherd’s House International Christian Church (TSHICC). He is the epitome of a servant leader and his innate ability to connect people to their God given purpose is unparalleled. He empowers audiences across the country with biblical based teachings and practical tools to fulfill their destiny instead of dreaming about it. Pastor Kevin is married to Malissa Matthews. They live in Maryland. For more information about TSHICC, visit www.theshepherdshouseinternational.org
