My soul yearns, even faints, for the courts of the Lord; my heart and my flesh
cry out for the living God. —Psalm 84:2
Loneliness is one of the greatest issues people face today. It is a sharp and cold blade into our emotions and it goes against our very nature. Feeling alone is the leading cause of suicide in our nation, and suicide is the third highest killer among students in the United States. Loneliness ranges in severity for different people, but it is not something to be taken lightly. We deal with several different kinds of loneliness. Most people envision solitude when you talk about being alone, but there are other descriptions. If you’re dealing with an emotional or physical burden that is not affecting others around you, you’re experiencing the loneliness of suffering. Depression and loss can lead to a loneliness of sorrow. Guilt, judgment and fear all can create their own particular feelings of being alone. No matter what type (or types) of loneliness you’re dealing with, remember that it is just an illusion made by the devil. We are never truly alone. Our Father is beside us every moment regardless of how painful it may be. As born-again Christians, our souls do not simply belong to us anymore. Christ becomes a part of us, and we pledge our lives to His service and teachings. It may be difficult to keep in mind sometimes, but you are never alone. Today, have faith in the presence of God and know that He is by your side. Talk to Him about your feelings and the isolation that is gripping your heart. He will listen, and He will guide you. He will even carry you.
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