What should we do when we doubt God? The best thing we can do is talk to Him about it! The Psalms are an excellent example of people pouring their hearts to God about various issues. God told Abram that He would protect him and give him a great reward, but then Abram responded with a question.
Genesis 15:2 But Abram replied, “O Sovereign Lord, what good are all your blessings when I don’t even have a son?” Since you’ve given me no children, Eliezer of Damascus, a servant in my household, will inherit all my wealth. 3 You have given me no descendants of my own, so one of my servants will be my heir.” [1] Abram’s honesty before the Lord serves as an excellent example for us today. Rather than holding on to frustration or confusion, he presented his concerns to the Lord with an honest heart.
Like many of us, Abram wanted to believe God’s words and sought Him for strength to bolster his faith. As the Lord strengthens our faith, we transition from doubt to a renewed faith that has been tested in the fires of life. God does not waste anything, including our struggles with doubt.
God Meets Us In Our Doubts
As believers, we often experience moments of doubt. We may wonder if God has a plan for us or if He really loves us. Does the Lord see the pain we are experiencing? Is God’s word true? We also need to understand that we are in a spiritual battle, and one of the enemy’s tactics against us is to instill doubt about God and His promises.
Paul tells how to build our faith. Romans 10:17So faith comes from hearing, that is, hearing the Good News about Christ.[2] One of the best things to do when I doubt God is to read His word. As I read God’s word, something supernatural happens as the Lord strengthens my faith.
Also, remember that God is patient with doubters. When the disciple Thomas doubted that Jesus has risen, Jesus did not scold him. Instead, Jesus invited him to find the needed proof. John 20:27 Then he said to Thomas, “Put your finger here, and look at my hands. Put your hand into the wound in my side. Don’t be faithless any longer. Believe!” 28 “My Lord and my God!” Thomas exclaimed. [3] When we doubt, don’t be surprised if God provides answers in a way you didn’t expect. He may give guidance through a friend, a Scripture passage, a sermon, a devotional, or something unexpected.
Being an Overcomer
Like Abram, we may struggle with doubts, but we can overcome these obstacles with God’s help. The key is to remember that we need God’s assistance, and He will never refuse us as we seek Him on our journey. Philippians 4:13For I can do everything through Christ, who gives me strength. 14 Even so, you have done well to share with me in my present difficulty. [4] Don’t be afraid to take the Lord’s hand so you can be an overcomer!
To learn more about times when we doubt God, listen here:
https://podpoint.com/light-of-christ-church-podcast/faith-in-the-darkness
[1-4 Tyndale House Publishers. (2015). Holy Bible: New Living Translation. Tyndale House Publishers.