Trusting God in Difficult Times: Walking Out of the Dark with Hope
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Have you ever walked through a season so dark that it seemed like God was silent? When everything around you seems to fall apart—your finances, relationships, health, or mental peace—you might begin to feel isolated, rejected, or even abandoned by God. But beloved, there is hope in God, even in your darkest valley.
You are not alone, and this season is not the end of your story.
Step 1: Acknowledge Your Pain but Don’t Stay There
God doesn’t ask us to pretend everything is okay. Even Jesus wept (John 11:35). David poured out his complaints to God (Psalm 142:1–2). You have permission to cry, grieve, and express your pain to your heavenly Father.
But don’t pitch your tent in the valley. Psalm 23:4 says,
“Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for You are with me.”
Notice that: you walk through, you don’t live there. Your pain is real, but so is your deliverance. God is with you, even when you can’t feel Him.
Step 2: Refuse to Believe the Lies of the Enemy
In times of trouble, Satan whispers lies:
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“God has abandoned you.”
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“Things will never get better.”
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“You’re being punished.”
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“You’re all alone.”
But God says:
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“Never will I leave you; never will I forsake you.” (Hebrews 13:5)
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“Though weeping may endure for a night, joy comes in the morning.” (Psalm 30:5)
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“The Lord is close to the brokenhearted.” (Psalm 34:18)
Combat those lies with the Word of God. When Jesus was tempted in the wilderness, He responded, “It is written” (Matthew 4:4). You must do the same. Feed your soul with truth, not fear.
Step 3: Call Upon the Name of the Lord
You may not know what to pray or even feel like praying. But even a weak cry is powerful when it's directed toward God. Romans 10:13 says,
“Everyone who calls on the name of the Lord will be saved.”
He doesn’t need fancy words—just an honest heart. Cry out:
“Lord, I need You! I don’t understand this, but I trust You.”
God hears. He responds not to our perfection but to our surrender.
Step 4: Remind Yourself of God’s Faithfulness
When you're in the middle of the fire, remember the times God brought you out before. He didn’t save you before just to leave you now.
Lamentations 3:21–23 says,
“Yet this I call to mind and therefore I have hope: Because of the Lord’s great love we are not consumed, for His compassions never fail. They are new every morning; great is Your faithfulness.”
Speak out loud the testimonies of your past deliverances. Praise God not because you feel like it, but because He is worthy—and praise shifts the atmosphere.
Step 5: Trust God’s Timing, Not Yours
Waiting on God is often the hardest part. But delay is not denial. His timing is perfect—even when it seems slow.
Ecclesiastes 3:1 says,
“To everything there is a season, a time for every purpose under heaven.”
God sees the full picture. You may be in the wilderness now, but your Promised Land is coming. Wait with expectation, not despair.
Isaiah 40:31 promises:
“But those who wait on the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings like eagles…”
Step 6: Walk by Faith, Not by Feelings
Faith is not a feeling—it’s a decision to trust even when you can’t see the outcome.
2 Corinthians 5:7 says,
“For we walk by faith, not by sight.”
Your emotions may scream doubt, but your spirit must declare truth. Trust is built one step at a time. As you move forward, God meets you in the steps.
Step 7: Surround Yourself with Godly Encouragement
Don't isolate yourself. The enemy works in isolation, but God works in community.
Hebrews 10:25 reminds us:
“Do not forsake assembling together, as some are in the habit of doing, but encourage one another…”
Talk to a mature believer. Join a prayer group. Read books that build your faith. Soak in worship music. You were not created to endure trials alone.
Step 8: Expect God to Bring You Out
God is a Deliverer. He does not abandon His children in the storm.
Psalm 34:19 promises:
“Many are the afflictions of the righteous, but the Lord delivers him out of them all.”
Your suffering is not wasted. God is refining you, strengthening you, and preparing you for something greater.
Romans 8:28 declares:
“And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love Him…”
This is not just a platitude—it’s a promise.
Final Encouragement
When things don’t go right, and you feel alone in a dark place, don’t give up. You’re not being punished—you’re being positioned. God has not forgotten you. He sees, He knows, and He is working behind the scenes.
Declare this over your life today:
“The Lord is my light and my salvation—whom shall I fear?” (Psalm 27:1)
No matter how dark the valley, hope in God will never disappoint.
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By Teresa Morin
Touch of God Int'l Ministries of Healing and Deliverance.
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