You Are Not Alone!

“Loneliness rate edges up to 20%, highest level since the Covid-19 pandemic,” an October 2024 Gallup poll reported. That means one in five people battle this affliction. If you are grieving the loss of a loved one because they decided to pursue an LGBT lifestyle, you are one of those sufferers. You may agree with those polled who said they felt lonely “a lot of the day yesterday.”

Have I poked an open wound? Then let me offer you some first-aid: you may be lonely, but you are not alone. How can I say that? Because God the Father said, “Never will I leave you; never will I forsake you” (Hebrews 13:5). Because Jesus said, “And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age” (Matthew 28:20).

We are so vulnerable to Satan’s attacks when we are lonely. That’s when he loves to whisper lies like these: “Nobody cares about you” and “You’ve got nothing to live for” and “God has abandoned you.”

I’ve been there. I’ve had those days when I did not want to get out of bed. Days when I cried out to God, “Help me put my feet on the floor and take one step.”

And he did.

Because he is always with me.

And he is always with you too.

When loneliness descends on you like a thick blanket, cry out to God. Ask him to assure you of his presence. Read the promises given in Hebrews 13:5 and Matthew 28:20 aloud. Post them where you will see them often. Memorize them so you can quote them when you’re wide awake in the wee hours of the morning.

Although God’s presence and promises are the most effective weapons against loneliness, here are some practical ways to combat loneliness:

  • Write an encouraging note to someone who may also be battling loneliness.
  • Volunteer at a homeless shelter or other nonprofit organization.
  • Visit a local park or recreation center and strike up a conversation with someone who may be as lonely as you are.
  • Explore a new outlet for creativity—painting, pottery, knitting, gardening.
  • Children and teens are lonely too. You may be able to volunteer in a classroom or an after-school tutoring program.
  • Love babies? Give a night out to a family at church or in your neighborhood.
  • Love animals? Shelters usually need help. Bonus: you may become the forever home for a furry friend.
  • Join one of our in-person or online support groups.

If you do not regularly attend a local Bible-believing church, visit one. Don’t tell yourself that viewing an online service is okay (unless you are physically unable to attend in-person services). God tells us to not give up “meeting together, as some are in the habit of doing” (Hebrews 10:25). Why? Like a stalking lion, Satan loves to prey on those who are alone.

Talk to God about your loneliness. Ask him for courage to fight this enemy and encourage others in their struggle. He is ready to listen and help 24/7.

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