When God Is Silent: Finding Faith in the WaitingSample

God, Are You Listening?

Have you ever asked, “Where is God?”

You’re not the only one. David did too. In Psalm 13:1 (ESV), he says, “How long, O LORD? Will you forget me forever? How long will you hide your face from me?” That’s not a polite prayer. It’s raw. Real. Painful.

Sometimes, life is just heavy. Prayers feel empty. Worship feels forced. You open your Bible and the words don’t land. You ask, cry, wait—and there’s nothing but silence.

But here’s something to notice: David didn’t give up. Even in his hurt, he kept talking to God. He didn’t walk away—he pressed in. And that’s a form of faith.

David ends the psalm with these words: “But I have trusted in your steadfast love; my heart shall rejoice in your salvation” (Psalm 13:5, ESV). He didn’t say that because his situation changed. He said it because he knew who God is. “Steadfast love” means love that doesn’t quit. That’s how God loves you.

And we see that love most clearly at the cross. Jesus was also met with silence—forsaken so we could be accepted (Matthew 27:46, ESV). That’s our hope. When God feels far, the gospel reminds us He’s not. Jesus came close—and He stayed.

So yes, you can ask the hard questions. You can feel what you feel. But like David, keep praying. Keep trusting. Not in your feelings, but in God’s love that doesn’t fail.

Reflection

What’s something honest you need to tell God today—even if it hurts?