A Prayer for Times of Doubt

Faithful God,

Doubt is a healthy part of
every faith journey,
I know that.

And whether it is a
“dark night of the soul”,
as many faithful Christians
have experienced,
or a temporary cloudiness
characterized by dull hope
and faded fire—
I long to feel moved
by your truth and beauty
once again.

I pray with my children,
but my words feel hollow,
and I struggle to answer
the questions they ask
about God and life.

Help me remember that
what they need more than answers
is my love and presence—
open arms and a humble heart.

So Lord, even when my
heart feels confused or distant,
would you keep me from closing off
to my family, or to you?

As we celebrate resurrection
this upcoming Easter, help me
lean in close to those I love,
allowing their faith to carry me
when mine is frail.

Thank you for the gift
of my children,
whose joy and sincerity
are so often a balm
to my cynicism and doubt.

May that be the case this week.

Open my heart to hear afresh
the good news of new life
in Christ.

And even when doubt remains,
even when the dark night continues—
You remain faithful and true.

Thank you, Lord, for this
steadfast grace.

Amen.