Is God really beside us when we feel alone and as though no one understands what we are going through? Karlton shares.
“Arise, Lord! Lift up your hand, O God. Do not forget the helpless” (Psalm 10:12).
Few things affect us as much as feeling helpless and alone. Helplessness can rob us of hope, courage, and the strength to persevere. Knowing that a loved one, a friend, someone is there to help us when we are feeling down-or when we are literally down on the ground and cannot get back up on our own–having such help in our difficulties is priceless.
Even those times when we find ourselves in a hospital room, recovering from some illness or perhaps surgery, there is comfort in knowing that if we press a button or call out for help that someone will soon arrive to offer aid.
The difficulty comes during those times when no one is around, when we find ourselves alone. Then helplessness and loneliness draw near and can feel overwhelming, causing fear that can become crippling. It robs us of the ability to reason and stay rational about our circumstances.
The Christian needs to understand that there is never a time when we are completely alone. The servants of God, the holy angels, watch over and minister to God’s children. And the Lord resides in and among His people.
The presence of God’s Spirit dwells within every believer. We may at times feel lonely and helpless, but in truth we are never really alone or helpless.
Our prayers activate God’s angels, bringing help and aid. God’s Spirit brings us peace and comfort in all our troubles. And we need to be willing to ask for help from our brothers and sisters in Christ when need arises. We are all in this together as part of God’s family.
Helplessness and loneliness will affect us all at some point in our lives. It is easy to give in to these dread feelings, but the reality is that those who belong to God will find away through loneliness and past helplessness, because our Father looks out for His children. Call upon that birthright when you find yourself in need.
Prayer: Dear Lord, our afflictions can leave us feeling helpless and alone, but do not let us forget that as Your children we are never truly alone, that help is just a prayer away. Amen.
About the Author:
Karlton Douglas lives in Ohio with his lovely wife. He has felt both loneliness and helplessness and he is not a fan. Yet God has aided him time and again, providing a way through his troubles.
Have you been crippled by fear of loneliness or helplessness? Call upon the Lord to deliver you from your fear, and to fill you with His presence. Also be willing to reach out to your brothers and sisters in Christ.
You may recall this song sung by Joni Eareckson Tada that was nominated for an Oscar award in 2014–and then the nomination was withdrawn due to some controversies. It is from the movie Alone, Yet Not Alone and that is also the title of the song. As you may know, Joni, who is a quadriplegic has significantly limited lung capacity due to her disability.
She had her husband, Ken, pushing on her diaphragm while she recorded the Oscar-nominated song to give her enough breath to hit the high notes. May the lyrics bless you . . . as well as Joni’s story. You may feel alone–but yet, you are not alone. Ever. Hugs, -Lisa
Thank you. I can’t tell you how much needed this today, but God knew why I did. Praying for you and your ministry team.
I so needed that encouragement today, thank you it has brought me comfort.. After a very difficult and stressful year for various reasons I had managed to remain cheerful and positive until more heartache and other difficulties over the past month which
has finally led to the straw that has broken the camels back leaving me feeling very low and tearful this week. I am normally a very cheerful and positive person but right now I am struggling to find a way out of the valley and to see how there can ever be a future of happier times again this side of heaven. i am feeling desperately lonely and misunderstood. Please pray for me.
Thank you Jennifer!
Blessings.
On a few occasions I fallen and am powerless to get myself up. Nor can my wife help. But praise be each time our son in law who is not yet a Christian, has been close by and can get me up easily. But should he not be around we would need an ambulance.
It feels a good example of your message
Thanks for sharing that Stuart.
Years ago I had a neighbor in that situation, and his wife would come over and get me to lift him up again. Praying God will send people to you in your time of need.
Blessings.
I really struggle with feeling hopeless and alone. My illness is chronic. It’s not going away and it’s completely isolated me. The only friends I have are online. It helps, but it’s just not the same as having a voice, a hug, a caring smile, someone to BE there. When it’s at its worst, I have times when I wonder if there really is a God. How could He sit back and hear my cries while nothing gets better? I don’t find the comfort in Him that others do. I’m just hurting because it feels like my life is over before it really had a chance to begin (I’m 30). I want to find that comfort and peace, but it seems out of reach. I’m nothing but pain (all forms), sickness, anxiety, and hopelessness. Pray for me?
Will definitely pray for you Amanda. Asking the Lord to bring people into your life to encourage and befriend you. Also asking that the Lord give you the peace and comfort of His presence in your life in a tangible way that you can feel.
God Bless You!