Has your walk of faith ever taken you into a season where it seemed like God was silent? You’re praying…but getting no response. Your sense of direction seems foggy, uncertain and maybe even a bit confused. You know that God loves you, and you love Him but still, you feel alone.
Well, take comfort, this is normal and a common experience if you are on a genuine walk. Over the years I have found that these are unique times of testing and often they are “ordered by the Lord.” This is why it is important that you do not define your significance by your circumstances because they are merely the “Process for the Purpose.”
The next time God goes silent on you consider this simple poem to guide you through the season more effectively.
When God is Silent
There are times when God is silent
but you need not be afraid
for it is in these times of quietness
that His Word becomes your friend.
Realize that evil works in darkness,
it’s the ignorance that astounds
planting seeds of doubt and fear in places
where faith should otherwise abound.
Silence doesn’t have to be your enemy
if the warrior in you will arise
to extinguish the fiery darts of deception
designed for your demise.
Remain confident during this season,
enduring hard and strong
because the tried and true are the only Victors
by discerning what’s right and wrong.
Three crowns you’ll wear with distinction
where the light of God will shine
because Wisdom, Truth, and Holiness
has clothed your Body, Heart, and Mind.
Karen Gaithers-Life Discipleship 