Loneliness
“God uses all things for the good of those who love him, even our loneliness.”
“Because Adam chose the pleasures of sin, humanity has inherited the pain of loneliness and the pain of separation from God and others. At its root, loneliness began in the garden of Eden, and we are all children of Eden.”
Scripture
Psalm 25:16
Turn to me and be gracious to me, for I am lonely and afflicted.
John 14:18
“I will not leave you as orphans; I will come to you.”
Matthew 28:20
“Behold, I am with you always, to the end of the age.”
Isaiah 41:10
Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God; I will strengthen you, I will help you, I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.
Prayer
Dear God, I feel alone. Please bring the warmth of relationships into my life. Please cover my thoughts with hope. Please send your love into my heart. I give thanks for all those who love me, For all those who care for me. Help me to receive your hope in my heart, To embrace your life flowing in mine. I know I live and breathe as part of your family And dwell safely in you. I know you understand me.
I am not alone. Amen.
Reflections
1. Who is someone I can always rely on?
2. Am I focusing more on relationships I have or relationships I’m missing?
3. Am I choosing to be alone? Could I take more opportunities to be around people?
4. What do I have in my life right now to be grateful for?
5. How does it make me feel that God is with me in every moment?
6. Is it possible that people aren’t intentionally leaving me out?
7. Have I tried inviting someone into my plans?
8. Have I tried finding friends that share my beliefs about faith?
