When God Feels Far Away

The Bible says God will never abandon us (Deuteronomy 31:6). So why are there times when God feels distant? And what do you do when you can't feel Him at all? Let's find out in our series, Ever Wonder Why?

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Have you ever had a question so hard you wouldn’t even say it out loud? Or a doubt so big you didn’t feel like you could share it—especially at church? Maybe it’s time to ask the tough questions together in our new series, Ever Wonder Why?

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The Presence of God - 00:00
You Are Not Alone - 04:35
Why Don’t I Feel God - 07:02
You Need Faith - 12:11
Living in Bitterness - 15:58

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[anonymousbutnotmean]

I was excited 4 minutes into the sermon because I felt like the message was for me.
I was near tears at the end of it because it really was. God bless this Ministry, you've poured so much into me today. I could type a whole thing but the words wouldn't be sufficient.. God knows.

[markusmoss]

I’ve given my life to Jesus 7 years ago and I will say this is one of the most beautiful moments And teachings I’ve experienced ever 😭❤️❤️❤️

[kathybatchelder]

Hi pastor, I'm a Seventh Day Adventist. I want to thank you for your sermon and the way you delivered your message. I felt so overwhelmed with God's love for me as a sinner. A nobody, no one of important but that God would still send His Son Jesus to died on the cross so that I be saved. You got a special gift pastor. You make the scriptures come alive and touched my heart. I believe that God placed you there for me to click on and watch. I've never heard of you or your church. I'm in a dark place right now in my life. Listening to you felt like God was talking to me and it gave me hope and to keep seeking God. Thank you

[HelpByPrayers]

If a sermon is boring I will tiredly sit through it, but this was POWERFUL through Jesus! I sat through every second of it eager to hear the next words to be spoken!

[Myhumbledprocess]

God’s presence isn’t always goosebumps, chills, hair raising or a flutter in your heart… although these feelings come sometimes we are not lead by our feelings but by our Faith which is THE WORD OF GOD, this is why reading God’s word as much as possible we get to know Him outside of our feelings!! This message is so needed for this day and time, because a lot of us rely on our feelings to confirm the presence of God but on the contrary. God Bless You All!! 🕊

[loganspencer]

The peace that comes during a bubble bath is the presence of God too! All good things come from the Father. And peace is not of the flesh, but of the spirit!!

[tonytonz]

This is something I just recently learned and still learning after feeling separated from God after my divorce. I stopped seeking when the divorce was finally then was angry at God and became extremely depressed. Then wondered why I didn't feel the presence of God.
He was still in my presence. Next to me. Loving me. While I was angry at him and hurt. I'm so thankful for God's love.

[jorgedelgado]

I recently surrendered my life to Jesus. In the last 2 months my life feels like in ocean tides. My marriage, my health, my family relationships, my finances are stumbling and in danger. During the storm I received the message;
"Fight the good fight of the faith. Take hold of the eternal life to which you were called"
1 Timothy 6:12
Thank you God for allowing me to know you more!!!

[Nick-bxze]

Recently I’ve been numb to feeling and every so often I’ll get a feeling but dark and negative thoughts follow. I’ve been praying and praying but keep falling to lust. I really needed this today. Thank you

[burneraccount]

I've felt the presence of god. God has blessed me with many things in my life. But in the past few days, I had a big disappointment in my life, and have since been sinning. I've lost the conviction of the spirit, that feeling of disgust that comes with sin. I don't want my sin to be in the way of my relationship with god, but I don't know how to regain the passion I once felt. lord please save me. I miss you Jesus

[-JoeNathanKusno]

The part where YouVersion’s verse of the day is hand picked just for us is so relatable. God’s word isnt just comforting, but it also teaches us, gives us wisdom, and gives us guidance. God is good 🤍

[sinovee]

Lord I feel as though I have let you down I haven't been a true Christian my faith has slowly deteriorated and I pray in Jesus name that I am brought before Your presence again so that You may work Your miracles like You did before Amen

[isabellmagana]

I’m giving my life to Jesus in Jesus Name I pray. Amen ❤

[luyandashabalala]

God with us yesterday, today and tomorrow

[benjaminwilkinson]

I felt suden calmness in my life when it was Kaos right before the presence of GOD...

[carolineninowoods]

What a beautiful service to Jesus Christ our God and King!
ANCIENT OF DAYS!

[melissaohlrich]

Thank you Jesus, You took me out of a life threatening addiction to heroin that I COULD NOT get out of on my own. I love You, Jesus. You are my King. YOU ARE MY WORLD.

[williamparker]

I needed this so badly! I can't do anything without GOD! GOD I need YOU more than anything! I'm pouring my heart out to YOU! I'm at the end of my rope. I'm looking for YOU right at this moment! Please rescue me from my sins and they are many! I don't know what to do so I come to YOU! Show me the way! Be with me and show me what to say and do! Take out the things in my life that need to go! Remove me from the people, places, and things that need to be put out of my life, right now in the name of JESUS CHRIST MY LORD AND SAVIOR! Cleanse me from all unrighteousness and fill me with YOUR HOLY SPIRIT! AMEN AND AMEN!

[zachanderson]

I'm not feeling God's presence right now, but that doesn't mean to give up searching for Him.

[tinamorris]

I feel the presence of God today. On my knees, hands raised in prayer. Legs shaking, tears streaming.