Verses for Dark Days

I can tell God how long this has felt, and He listens.

A Bible affirmation for dark days, rooted in Psalm 13:1-2.

For the choirmaster. A Psalm of David. How long, O LORD? Will You forget me forever? How long will You hide Your face from me? How long must I wrestle in my soul, with sorrow in my heart each day? How long will my enemy dominate me?

Psalm 13:1-2 · BSB

Reflection

David asks how long four times in two verses, one of the most honest prayers in the Bible. By the end of the psalm he chooses to trust again, but first he tells the truth. If the darkness ever includes thoughts of not wanting to live, please reach out now: in the US, call or text 988.

A prayer

God, this has felt so long. I'm telling You honestly, and I'm asking You not to hide from me.

More verses for dark days

Even when my soul is downcast, I will yet praise Him. Psalm 42:11 My darkest feeling isn't the whole truth about me. Psalm 34:18 His mercies are new this morning, even if I'm not. Lamentations 3:22-23 Waiting on God is how strength comes back, a little at a time. Isaiah 40:31 On the outside I'm worn down, but inside God is renewing me. 2 Corinthians 4:16 Weeping may last the night, but morning is coming. Psalm 30:5 When my head hangs low, God is the One who lifts it. Psalm 3:3 God is my refuge and strength, right here in this trouble. Psalm 46:1 God can light my lamp when everything feels dark. Psalm 18:28 When my soul melts with sorrow, God's word can strengthen me. Psalm 119:28 Even the darkness isn't dark to God. Psalm 139:11-12

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