Darkness is consuming. In total darkness, you cannot see and you cannot be seen. It’s a safe place to hide away. You can sit in darkness for a while; sometimes it’s even necessary for healing. BUT eventually you need to stand up and walk towards light so the darkness does not destroy you.
Trust me; I understand darkness and the overwhelming feeling of just wanting to disappear. The trials of life can at times be so overwhelming that all you can do is exist from day to day. Hiding away in the darkness keeps you from having to deal with things that are just too hard to bear. It can be pain, sickness, grief, or any kind of life upheaval that shakes you to your core. Darkness though can keep you from coming to terms with the very thing you must face.
If you must hide in the darkness for a season, please don’t do so alone. Make sure you have a family member or friend who can sit beside you and help you hold on. Seek professional counseling or talk to your pastor. It’s okay to need someone. Don’t lose your way in the midst of this darkness. Most importantly, don’t forget to look for the light. Remember that God sees you in the darkness. He is your eternal light.
Blessings, Cindy J
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