Mark 15:33 -39 "My God, my God, why have you abandoned me?" (MSG)

Mark 15:33 -39 "My God, my God, why have you abandoned me?"  (MSG)

     Is God really [there]? A categorical YES for me, if I'm opting to put my trust in Him, however when I'm trusting my 'feelings', I open the door for doubt to slither in. 

     It's quite paradoxical that in this time of 'social-distance', I also know that it's in community, that we heal. Similarly, how isolation to an extreme can be detrimental to my psyche, yet I'm wise to spend consistent alone-time with God. The combination of others' sharing their struggle and time with Him coax my own reaching out.    

     So, this distance thing is difficult, in part because it seems, I'm wired for the contrary. I may have however done the wire-crossing and insisted that alone-time come on my terms. One thing I know is that my God has not abandoned me. How about Jesus? How about you? 

     God, you are everything I need! 

In gratitude and God's grace, your Deacons.