Hello everyone, I've been away from my family for more than a year now to continue my studies abroad. Lately, I've been feeling really lonely. I miss them very much, and it affects my mental health. I also have two finals next week, but I don't have any motivation to study for it, and I feel like I'm drifting away from God. I'm humbly asking you, dear brothers and sisters, to pray for me. God carried me through the past year without fail, and I'm feeling guilty for neglecting my relationship with Him. Have a blessed day, and thank you!
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There is a quote that stuck in my mind and I don't know who coined it, but maybe it will help you.
"Suffer now, and live the rest of your life as a champion."
Maybe if you repeat it then will help you to focus and keep you reminded of the reward you are fighting for. It does for me sometimes.
Also, God isn't upset or bothered you haven't spent as much time with Him as maybe we should. There is always today to change that. Praying doesn't need to be ritualistic either. When you feel alone, try talking to Him out loud. Acting like He is there is the beginning of realizing He is always there. Asking for help specifically with little things, telling Him things you feel or stuff you realize, it can lead to a place where you become aware that He is responding and is helping. I ask Him to help me find things, and suddenly... I've found it. Misplaced things, tasks we have trouble with, feelings that are bothering us, all of it He loves to hear from us about. Include Him in everything and then we don't have to stop and make Him an "interruption" but rather a help and companion in all we do, our best friend.
As far as being lonely, I hope the previous suggestion will help with that. It is a very common situation that a lot of people are dealing with right now even with all of the connectivity and digital tools. Sometimes being reminded that there are a lot of people that would love to have a conversation with me and considering other people I know well helps me remember I have friends who I'm close to even if they are not with me and remembering things they've said makes me smile and helps. Laughing at something they've done, or recalling memories that are wholesome. Maybe even talk to God about them.
Please don't feel guilty. That isn't what Christ died for. He died to make us clean and guiltless. He would just be glad to hear from you today and to hear in depth all the things you are dealing with. The Father loves us like we would love our own children and far, far more.
God bless you and saying a prayer for you!
"Suffer now, and live the rest of your life as a champion."
Maybe if you repeat it then will help you to focus and keep you reminded of the reward you are fighting for. It does for me sometimes.
Also, God isn't upset or bothered you haven't spent as much time with Him as maybe we should. There is always today to change that. Praying doesn't need to be ritualistic either. When you feel alone, try talking to Him out loud. Acting like He is there is the beginning of realizing He is always there. Asking for help specifically with little things, telling Him things you feel or stuff you realize, it can lead to a place where you become aware that He is responding and is helping. I ask Him to help me find things, and suddenly... I've found it. Misplaced things, tasks we have trouble with, feelings that are bothering us, all of it He loves to hear from us about. Include Him in everything and then we don't have to stop and make Him an "interruption" but rather a help and companion in all we do, our best friend.
As far as being lonely, I hope the previous suggestion will help with that. It is a very common situation that a lot of people are dealing with right now even with all of the connectivity and digital tools. Sometimes being reminded that there are a lot of people that would love to have a conversation with me and considering other people I know well helps me remember I have friends who I'm close to even if they are not with me and remembering things they've said makes me smile and helps. Laughing at something they've done, or recalling memories that are wholesome. Maybe even talk to God about them.
Please don't feel guilty. That isn't what Christ died for. He died to make us clean and guiltless. He would just be glad to hear from you today and to hear in depth all the things you are dealing with. The Father loves us like we would love our own children and far, far more.
God bless you and saying a prayer for you!
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Gracious Heavenly Father and Lord Jesus,
I trust that You have led ialtia to this country and this school for a reason. I pray that You would be faithful to show that reason, and help them to walk in the Light of Truth. Steady their heart and mind, and help them to get through their tests and exams. Help them to remember what they need to remember. Remind them that You are with them no matter what and that You always speak their language.
I pray that, after the finals, they would also be given an opportunity to go home soon, to refresh their body and heart, letting them recover from culture shock and to be given rest.
In Christ’s Name,
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I trust that You have led ialtia to this country and this school for a reason. I pray that You would be faithful to show that reason, and help them to walk in the Light of Truth. Steady their heart and mind, and help them to get through their tests and exams. Help them to remember what they need to remember. Remind them that You are with them no matter what and that You always speak their language.
I pray that, after the finals, they would also be given an opportunity to go home soon, to refresh their body and heart, letting them recover from culture shock and to be given rest.
In Christ’s Name,
Amen
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I pray that God would surround you with people to ease your loneliness, grant you motivation to study, and ultimately strengthen your relationship with Him. In Jesus' name, amen.
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