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Your Own Grace
Timothy Keller Sermons Podcast by Gospel in Life
Navigating Feelings of Abandonment Through Faith
Feelings of abandonment can lead to a sense of hopelessness, but individuals can combat this by focusing not on their emotions but on the truth. Just as Jonah expresses feelings of banishment yet chooses to look to the Holy Temple, one can recognize that these feelings do not dictate reality. True faith involves actively engaging with one's thoughts, talking to oneself to assert the truth rather than succumbing to despair. This self-dialogue is crucial; it distinguishes faith from unbelief, where faith nurtures hope against feelings of disenchantment. The example of the children of Israel emphasizes the importance of choice in response to challenging situations. By deciding to confront feelings of desolation with spoken truth and reflection, individuals can navigate their wilderness experience with a renewed perspective, choosing faith instead of the debilitating nature of doubt. Faith is an active, thoughtful process, not merely an absence of skepticism.
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