What Happens When There Are No Good Days on the Horizon? Living with Uncertainty and Turning to Faith

Life has a remarkable way of surprising us, doesn’t it? Just when we think we’ve found our footing, it can throw curveballs that leave us searching for stability. In a world of constant change, where do we turn when even our best days feel out of reach? What do we rely on when the unthinkable happens?

I’ve always believed in brighter tomorrows, finding comfort in the notion that tough times are merely stepping stones to something greater. That no matter what happens today, tomorrow WILL be better. But what do we do when the horizon appears bleak, void of even a glimmer of hope? Where do we seek refuge when our world feels so shattered that we can't envision how to piece it back together? And how do we simply keep breathing and putting one foot in front of the other when even air feels in short supply?

It’s in these defining moments that I’m beginning to understand the depth of my need to have faith. I find myself at a crossroads: I can either push away what remains of my belief or cling to God in ways I’ve never had to before. With earnestness and desperation, I strive to choose faith, trusting that one day, when the shadows lift and hope shines brighter, I’ll be on a path toward healing.

Faith, I’ve realized, isn’t about having all the answers or a smooth journey. It’s about trusting amidst uncertainty and holding on to the belief that there’s purpose behind the pain. It’s about navigating the tension between our hurt and the hope our faith offers. It's knowing that God's promises remain true, even when I can't see a way forward. It's knowing and believing that even in a heart that is torn completely apart the unwavering truths about God I learned with child-like faith when I was young provide solace and hope. He never leaves us, we are meant to thrive, and a bigger picture is being crafted behind the scenes. We only need to "Trust in the Lord with all (our) heart, and do not rely on (our) own understanding (Proverbs 3:5-6)."

Mostly, I’m holding onto the belief that God will ultimately make everything okay. That even the darkest struggles can lead to redemption. That there is light on the darkest of nights. These are the hopes I cling to, the prayers I offer.

So, what do we do when the good days seem absent? We turn to faith, trusting that there’s a purpose behind our pain and that even in our darkest moments, God is weaving something beautiful. In that belief, we can find hope.