Struggle with if God is real, & suffered in life
Q: I'm having trouble believing God is real anymore. I've lost the passion, he doesn't talk to me like he used to. Was I delusional all along? The step father who taught me about Jesus turned out to be a pedophile who hurt my babies.
I don't know what to do anymore. I can't believe he is real just because that's what I grew up believing. What has happened in your life to make it real?
A: God is real regardless of & despite the sins mankind commit. Man sinned in Eden and brought death, suffering, corruption, disease and trials into this life that constantly affect us. A believer needs to understand the truth of suffering in this life. And cant blame God for it. God has been working out all things for our good since sin entered, including "offering Christ" to restore all things to the original design, so we can be right with God, fellowship with Him now and forever.
These will be a good help for you. And can solidify and strengthen your faith. Plus when other hard times come, you'll hold firm, and trust God.
About God; who is He & knowing Him better
NeedGod.com reviews the Gospel. It might be a good refresher for you to review once you go through the above. It can give a new perspective or better understanding. It is an amazing gift, blessing and shows God's transforming power.
Read The God Who Loves, by John MacArthur
Finally about Is God speaking to me?
After someone is saved, God speaks to us through the Holy Bible. It is the special revelation given from God to mankind. It is our authority in all areas for guiding us in life and Faith. It tells us also about this wonderful God and Savior, who wants to be known, and personally known to us.
God bless