Bible Society of South Africa

Roadmap for Life – Day 9

- Loneliness and isolation
- When you’re at your lowest ebb
- Join a Bible Study group

Bible text(s)

John 1

14The Word became a human being and, full of grace and truth, lived among us. We saw his glory, the glory which he received as the Father's only Son.

Psalms 25

16Turn to me, LORD, and be merciful to me,

because I am lonely and weak.

Psalms 25:16GNBOpen in Bible reader

Psalms 69

17Don't hide yourself from your servant;

I am in great trouble — answer me now!

18Come to me and save me;

rescue me from my enemies.

Psalms 69:17-18GNBOpen in Bible reader

Psalms 69

20Insults have broken my heart,

and I am in despair.

I had hoped for sympathy, but there was none;

for comfort, but I found none.

Psalms 69:20GNBOpen in Bible reader

Matthew 11

28“Come to me, all of you who are tired from carrying heavy loads, and I will give you rest. 29Take my yoke and put it on you, and learn from me, because I am gentle and humble in spirit; and you will find rest. 30For the yoke I will give you is easy, and the load I will put on you is light.”

Matthew 11:28-30GNBOpen in Bible reader

Matthew 18

19“And I tell you more: whenever two of you on earth agree about anything you pray for, it will be done for you by my Father in heaven.

Matthew 18:19GNBOpen in Bible reader

Loneliness and isolation
There are times in our lives when we feel lonely or isolated. However, it may be for obvious reasons, such as having relationship problems with a spouse or losing a loved one. No matter your age, loneliness can be a big problem as it’s not always easy to find a group of like-minded people to socialise with. Christ, who understands loneliness and rejection, became like one of us.

The Psalmist often called out to God in loneliness and desolation.

When you’re at your lowest ebb
Feelings of loneliness often come and go during life. However, if you’re persistently lonely for no obvious reason it can be a sign of depression. In this case, you need to talk about it, either to your family, a friend or a counselor to get help.

Join a Bible Study group
This is the fastest way of connecting with people you feel comfortable with. If you cannot find a fellowship group, try getting a Bible study group together. Put up a flyer in your area, shop or even at work, and you will be amazed at the response you get.

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