I recently read a book about a long trial of an early Christian entitled "The Dark Night of the Soul." Are you going through such a time now? Is this a time when God is breaking and dealing with you on a deep level you can't even comprehend?

I've stood by others as they've gone through this, and I want to stand by you tonight. Like many people in this "dark night experience," you maybe too embarrassed to even ask for prayer.

You may be ashamed because you've asked for prayer so many times, or feel you can't describe what you're going through, or maybe it sounds too petty. So instead you lie awake at night crying, "Why? How long? When will it end?

Rest assured many other "silent saints: have gone through it too. But most importantly I can also assure you that He's with you...always there. He is assuring you, "When you pass through the rivers, they will not sweep over you. When you walk through the fire you will not be burned; the flames will not set you ablaze. For I am the LORD, your God..." (Isaiah 43:2-3, NIV).

Rejoice that He is always with you, and know that we are with you too...loving you in the Spirit, praying for you, and thanking the Father for carrying you through!

Heavenly Father, Your Word does not say "if" we pass through these things, but "when." Thank You for always being there with me, Even when I can't feel your Presence, let me know You're there. Thank You for all the people You have praying for me, guided by Your love. I can rest easily knowing You are always there to see me through! In Jesus' Name, Amen.