Lately I have been in a doubting period and can't seem to get out of it. I feel like I’m talking to emptiness. Have any advice?

“But never interpret our numbness for His absence. For amidst the fleeting promises of pleasure this world has to offer—followed by pain, despair, and broken hearts— is the timeless promise of His presence.” (Max Lucado, In the Eye of the Storm)

We all go through times when we feel uncertain about God and lack trust in Him. It breaks His heart, but He still loves us and cares about us regardless. When you said, “it just feels that I am talking to emptiness.” I knew your problem right away. Not because I’m perfect, but because I have gone through the same trial you are facing right now.

I’ve based my faith on feelings. During college and high school, I had a narrow view of my faith. I thought that if I felt God, then He was there. I quickly learned that feelings come and go. One moment I could ‘feel’ God with me, and the next I felt like He was gone. That’s NOT how God works, and His word tells us otherwise.

Hebrews 13:5 says, “Never will I leave you; never will I forsake you.” The Greek word for never is “ou” which means “not at all, in no way, and absolutely not.” The Lord of your life says, “In no way will I leave you, not at all will I forsake you.” He is always with you, even when you are not feelin’ Him! (Matthew 28:20b)

Knowing God’s promises is what will keep you from doubting. Recognize that He is with you no matter what, even if you feel like He’s not there. Emotions are fleeting; God’s promises to His children are not.