Finding Relief From Loneliness

Thursday October 10, 2024

God made us for relationship with Him and with each other. Sharing life with friends is a natural yearning of the human heart. In the past we often tried to cover up our loneliness with a substance, destructive habit, and/or an unhealthy relationship. Living in relationships in recovery without whatever we were using is a challenge. God desires to give us relief from our loneliness and welcome us into His family today.

Turn to me and be gracious to me, for I am lonely and afflicted. Relieve the troubles of my heart and free me from my anguish. He [God] heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds. (Psalm 25:16-17, 147:3 NIV)

Loneliness has several different expressions. Grief and loss can trigger intense loneliness. Sometimes it’s a feeling of being ignored or left out. Being misunderstood and feeling uncared for is high on the list of loneliness indicators. Feeling drained or empty is also labelled as being lonely. We can feel lonely on our own or when surrounded by lots of people. It’s all about feeling disconnected and adrift.

God, who lives in his holy palace, is a father to orphans, and he takes care of widows. God provides homes for those who are lonely. He frees people from prison and makes them happy. (Psalm 68:5-6a ERV)

As we identify what’s going on in us we can begin to sort out an appropriate solution. Are we reaching out to spend time with God and others? Are we hiding behind walls of self-protection or are we being real with others so connections can be made? When we are feeling worthless and lonely, what positive truths are we choosing to affirm? When we seek Him, God promises to strengthen and comfort us with His unfailing love.

Be strong and be brave. Don’t be afraid of those people because the Lord your God is with you. He will not fail you or leave you. Even if my mother and father leave me, the Lord will take me in. (Deuteronomy 31:6, Psalm 27:10 ERV)

Prayer: Heavenly Father, Thank You for Your unfailing love for me. When I feel disconnected, help me to affirm that I am Your child and You will never leave or forsake me. Help me to experience healthy relationships built on the foundation of Your Word. Amen

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