Wilderness Experienced?

 

A voice of one calling: "In the wilderness prepare the way for the LORD; make straight in the desert a highway for our God.Isaiah 40:3

My youngest son, when in college, was in a program called ‘Wilderness Medicine’ which trains medical professionals who are also experienced outdoor wilderness guides to treat emergencies in the wilderness.  The wilderness I am referring too though is more of a ‘wilderness’ time in your spiritual life where you feel wiped out, scared, mad at God perhaps, and lonely. 

These type of ‘wilderness’ experiences are where believers grow if they in fact do not cave in to doubt, abandon prayer, lose hope, and end up lethargic, lukewarm, or on the dark side of life. My friend you have no doubt been there with junk in your life and maybe wonder “why God”. At times like this many abandon their faith even though deep down they know that is the wrong path to take. 

God uses these rough places in life to grow your faith. In order to grow and not be buried by weeds and choking briars of life it is essential you talk to God in prayer daily. He has not abandoned you and loves you. 

PRAYER:Many right now may feel Covid is there wilderness experience and just don’t know how to cope. I know Lord I need you every day to thrive and not cave in to fear or become hopeless. Strengthen my weakness. In Jesus’ name. Amen.