Psalm 34:18
The LORD [is] nigh unto them that are of a broken heart; and saveth such as be of a contrite spirit.Read the whole chapter →
LONELINESS
When You Feel Alone
Loneliness can happen even in a crowded room. Scripture speaks of God’s presence and also of the human need for friendship, church, hospitality, and people who stay.
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Hebrews 13:5
[Let your] conversation [be] without covetousness; [and be] content with such things as ye have: for he hath said, I will never leave thee, nor forsake thee.Read the whole chapter →
Ecclesiastes 4:9
Two [are] better than one; because they have a good reward for their labour.Read the whole chapter →
Galatians 6:2
Bear ye one another’s burdens, and so fulfil the law of Christ.Read the whole chapter →
A PRACTICAL NEXT STEP
Do one faithful thing today.
Ask not only to feel less lonely, but for one concrete relationship to strengthen—someone to call, invite, forgive, serve, or honestly tell that you need company.
Then choose one action small enough to do today: make the call, write the apology, ask for help, read the chapter, make the appointment, set the boundary, review the budget, or simply tell one trustworthy person what is actually happening.
GUIDED STUDY
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Pentecost, witness, persecution, conversion, Gentile inclusion, Paul’s mission, church conflict, and the gospel moving toward Rome.
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