Encouragement for Those Struggling in Their Faith
Let me talk to you if you’re in a season where your faith feels weak or you’re wrestling with doubt. Maybe you’ve been praying, but the answers haven’t come. Maybe life has thrown you some hard punches, and you’re sitting there wondering where God is in the middle of it all. I want to tell you something loud and clear: God is not far from you, and your doubts don’t disqualify you from His love.
This moment, this struggle, is not the end of your story. It’s a chapter, and God is still writing. Let’s talk about what it means to walk through this and how we can come out stronger, even in the midst of the storm.
1. God is Closer Than You Think
You might feel like God is distant, but He’s not. Psalm 34:18 says, “The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.” If you’re brokenhearted, if you feel crushed, listen to me: He’s right there with you. He’s not waiting for you to get it all together. He’s in the middle of your mess, loving you, walking with you, and working on your behalf.
When you can’t feel His presence, don’t let that fool you into thinking He’s not near. Faith isn’t about feeling; it’s about knowing what’s true. And the truth is, He will never leave you nor forsake you (Hebrews 13:5).
Practical Step: Spend time in quiet prayer, even if you don’t know what to say. Just sit in His presence and whisper, “Lord, I’m here, and I believe You are too.”
2. Your Doubts Don’t Scare God
Let’s be real: doubt happens. You’re not less of a Christian because you have questions or struggles. Look at Thomas. He walked with Jesus for three years, saw miracles, heard teachings, and still doubted the resurrection until he could see it for himself (John 20:24-29). What did Jesus do? He didn’t rebuke Thomas. He met him in his doubt.
God isn’t intimidated by your questions. In fact, He invites them. He’s big enough to handle your fears, your frustrations, and even your anger. But here’s the key: don’t let doubt drive you away from Him—let it push you closer.
Practical Step: Write down your doubts and questions. Get them out of your head and onto paper. Then, take them to God in prayer or seek answers through His Word and wise counsel.
3. Faith is a Journey, Not a Destination
Faith isn’t about never struggling; it’s about choosing to trust God in the struggle. Hebrews 11 is full of stories of people who lived by faith, and guess what? Their journeys weren’t easy. They faced battles, doubts, and waiting. But they clung to God’s promises, even when they couldn’t see the outcome.
Practical Step: Remind yourself daily that faith grows over time. Don’t beat yourself up for where you are today. Trust that God is leading you step by step.
4. Anchor Yourself in God’s Word
You can’t stand firm in your faith if you don’t know God’s truth. The world will throw opinions, emotions, and lies at you, but His Word is your anchor. Romans 10:17 says, “Faith comes by hearing, and hearing by the Word of God.”
When doubt creeps in, go back to Scripture. Let His promises remind you of who He is and who you are in Him.
Practical Step: Start with verses like Isaiah 41:10, Psalm 23, or John 10:10. Write them down, meditate on them, and let them sink into your heart. Put them where you’ll see them—on your mirror, your fridge, your phone background.
5. Surround Yourself with Worship
Worship changes things. It shifts your focus off your circumstances and back onto God. It’s a declaration that says, “Lord, even when I don’t understand, I trust You. Even when I don’t feel it, I believe You are good.”
Practical Step: Create a worship playlist that lifts your spirit. Songs like “Way Maker,” “It Is Well,” or “Do It Again” are powerful reminders of His faithfulness.
6. Talk to Someone You Trust
The enemy loves to isolate you. He’ll whisper that no one understands, that you’re the only one struggling. But that’s a lie. Galatians 6:2 calls us to “carry each other’s burdens.” Don’t walk this road alone.
Practical Step: Reach out to a friend, pastor, or mentor. Share your heart and let them pray with you. Sometimes, just being heard can lift the weight.
7. Serve Others
When we’re struggling, it’s easy to become inward-focused. But Jesus calls us to serve, even in hard times. When you pour into others, it reminds you of God’s love and gives you a fresh perspective.
Practical Step: Find small ways to serve—volunteer, help a neighbor, or write an encouraging note to someone else. You’ll often find God’s presence in these moments.
8. Reflect on God’s Faithfulness
One of the enemy’s tricks is to make you forget what God has already done. Psalm 77:11 says, “I will remember the deeds of the Lord; yes, I will remember your miracles of long ago.” Take time to recall the ways He has shown up for you before.
Practical Step: Keep a journal of answered prayers and moments of His faithfulness. Revisit it when doubt arises.
9. Pray for a Fresh Revelation
Mark 9:24 says, “I believe; help my unbelief!” That simple prayer is so powerful. If you’re struggling, ask God to show you something new about His love and presence.
Practical Step: Pray daily for fresh eyes to see Him at work. Look for Him in Scripture, in nature, and in your everyday life.
10. Take One Day at a Time
Faith isn’t about leaping mountains in a single bound; it’s about trusting God step by step. Jesus said in Matthew 6:34, “Do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself.”
Practical Step: Focus on what you can do today to draw closer to Him. Even small steps—reading one verse, saying one prayer—can strengthen your faith.
Final Encouragement
Folks, if you’re struggling in your faith, hear me: You are not a failure. You are not forgotten. You are not alone. God’s love for you hasn’t changed. He’s walking with you through this, and He’s using it to shape you, strengthen you, and draw you closer to Him.
Doubt isn’t the end of your faith; it’s often the beginning of something deeper. Hold on to Him. Stay in His Word. Stay connected to His people. He promised in Jeremiah 29:13, “You will seek me and find me when you seek me with all your heart.” Keep seeking, and you will find Him.
You’re loved, you’re seen, and you’re held. Don’t give up—God isn’t done with you yet.