lost touch with God?

[Wiffey]

Been there! Sometimes things get really dry spiritually. Many times I have taken a hiatus from going to church, just because I really didn't feel it and was getting frustrated and turned off. I knew that if I didn't chill out then I'd probably end up leaving for good.

These are the times to relax a little and trust God to do what you cannot....even if you feel you don't have it in you to connect, He definitely does love you and can help you out. Sometimes we just try too hard and get burned out...and need to rest and trust. Certainly pray, even if just to tell God that you feel broken and unable to pray but still want and need Him. Ask for the Theotokos or a favorite Saint to also intercede on your behalf.

In time, the dry spell will pass and you can return full-force to your regular spiritual life. Try not to beat yourself up in the meantime.

I wish you all the best!

 

[gord44]

thank you wiffey, your post gave me some good insight.....the words you used really spoke to me.....God Bless

 

[Mary of Bethany]

I've been there too, gord.

I stayed away from Liturgy, I didn't fast or have time of prayer. I felt completely dry, completely isolated - - - a complete failure! Whatever you do, don't give into it! Don't give into despair. You've fallen, now crawl back to your knees, and eventually you'll be able to stand again, all the while crying out, "Lord have mercy on me, a sinner".

Talking to my priest is what got me back to my knees. He showed me that I could still get back up as long as I didn't give in to despair. I hope I never, ever forget that again.

Blessings, gord.

Mary