In the last few days I have seen posts from friends admitting they feel alone and asking for prayer.  Following their posts were usually several comments that reinforce the truth that you are never alone, God is there.  I too have responded in this way.  As I pondered these responses I thought about times when I have felt alone.  I knew the truth of God’s presence even when I did not feel it, but I often felt like I needed more.  When Les and I lost a child and in my grief I felt alone, I wanted more.  When I have gone through seasons of depression I knew God was there but it was as though I needed more. When we moved to a new place and I felt alone I wanted friends and yes, more.  I think one of the things God revealed to me is that He is enough even if friends, a child, happiness or whatever I have my heart set on never comes.  I know that God is going to supply my needs and that He is enough even if my wants are never met.

Maybe the real question needs to be Lord, how do I embrace You so that You are enough?  The first place to go is to Him in prayer and admit my feelings.  I know  He already knows, but speaking truth is so important in defining what the real problem is.  Then go to His Word.  Search out scripture and biblical characters who wrestled with some of the same situations.  Then listen to hear what He tells you to do.  Sometimes He just wants us to rest in Him and wait until His timing is right to make the next step.

Jesus is enough no matter how lonely you feel.  As you rest in Him He may direct you to read a book, do something for someone else, visit a person who is suffering, or just help you look around to see how blessed you really are.  Trusting Him is a huge step in finding He is enough.