How do you relate to God when you feel sad? Psalm 13 gives us a clue.
Talking Points:
- When life is tough, it can feel like God is silent. Psalm 13 tells us what to do when we have those feelings.
- God never stops caring about you. Just because you can’t feel God in a moment doesn’t mean that he’s left you. Psalm 13:1. Psalm 139:17
- Your feelings can mislead you so beware! Instead, choose to trust in God’s word to guide your life. Psalm 13:5-6
Discussion:
- Initial reactions to this topic? What jumped out at you?
- How can your feelings affect the way that you look at the world? Give some examples.
- Read Psalm 13:1. How would you describe David’s attitude in this verse? Do you think it’s okay to express these kinds of feelings to God? Why or why not?
- Share a time you felt like God had abandoned you. How did you see God work through that situation in the end?
- Read Psalm 139:17. What does this verse teach us about God’s feelings for us? How does it feel to know that the Creator of the universe has so many thoughts about you?
- Read Psalm 13:5-6. What are some of the qualities of God that David lists in these verses? How can thinking about these qualities of God change your outlook?
- How would you help someone who feels like God is ignoring them? Offer specific advice.
- Is there a step you need to take based on today’s topic?
