When God Seems Distant: Dealing with Life's Afflictions
James Long, Jr.
Psalm 13
David cries out to God in his pain
· Has God forgotten you?
· Has God forsaken you?
· How long?
· David’s Three Looks
- David looks upward
- David looks inward
- David looks outward
· Two paths: Grudge or Grace
David called out to God in prayer
· David’s Three Requests
a. Consider and answer me
b. Light up my eyes
c. Lest my enemies prevail over me
David concludes with praise
· His joy was going to be a fight
· But God
a. "Life is not determined by what you want; life is determined by the choices you make."
David’s Three Decisions
· I am going to trust You
· I am going to rejoice
· I am going to sing
Where do you place your confidence?
· Where do you turn in your pain?
· God rejected Jesus so that He will never reject you
· Who Am I?
Bringing It Home: Lifetime Lessons
· Character is not built overnight; it is built over time
· You need to turn forcefully to God in your despair
· God’s honor, not your happiness, should be your final conclusion
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Are you longing to find answers to the deeper issues of life? Join Dr. James Long, Jr., a pastor, counselor, and university professor with over 30 years of experience. Hear James as he tackles some of life’s biggest questions and helps us find God’s solutions to life’s struggles. Learn the power of living by God’s grace and for His glory. Experience the joy of forgiveness and freedom found in Jesus Christ alone. If you are in search of freedom, you will love being part of this conversation. Subscribe, and enjoy the show!
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