By Vlad Savchuk | July 14, 2025 | 4 minutes
Doubting God? Here’s What to Remember
Most of us have experienced a time when the fire we once had for God suddenly seems to have grown dim, clouded by fears or doubts. In the Bible, we come across the story of John the Baptist who found himself in prison, questioning the very Person he once boldly proclaimed. He once declared, “Behold the Lamb of God!” However, while he was in jail he sent messengers asking, “Are You the One, or should we look for another?” This story shows us key truths we should cling to while going through times of doubt (Matthew 11:2-3).
In Moments of Doubt, Remember
1. We often doubt in the dark what God revealed in the light.
First off, I want to start off by stating that doubt happens to all of us. It doesn’t make you less spiritual. It simply makes you human. When we think of John, we see that he recognized Jesus from the womb, saw the Spirit descend like a dove, and heard the voice from heaven. Yet, now while he was in chains and surrounded by silence, he wondered if it was all real.
Like John, many of us have seasons where the revelations we received in the light are tested in the darkness. You thought you’d be further by now, married, graduated, healed, etc. Instead, you’re sitting where you never thought you’d be, asking, “God, are You still there?”
While doubt is normal for believers, it is different from unbelief. Doubt says, “I want to believe, but I’m hurting,” while unbelief says, “I refuse to believe.” Jesus helps doubters. We see this when He chooses to affirm John behind his back, calling him the greatest prophet born of women (Matthew 11:11).
Job also questioned God through his suffering (Job 23:8-9). He couldn’t see God working, yet God boasted about Job’s righteousness in heaven. What if, in your darkest hours, God is still proud of you? Remember that God’s presence isn’t always felt, but He is always there. He promised to never leave us, not that we’d always feel Him. That’s why we need His Word and His people to remind us of His truth.
2. Your calling is more important than your circumstances.
Secondly, it’s important to remember that God values our purpose far more than our comfort. That’s not always easy to accept. However, when you know your life has a divine purpose, your pain gains meaning. It becomes training ground, not wasted suffering.
John’s calling was to prepare the way for Jesus. He fulfilled it, even though it ended in a prison cell. From our perspective, his life ending in the way that it did may seem unfair. But in God’s eyes, John completed his assignment. Just like ingredients in a cake, by themselves they’re tasteless or even bitter. However, in the hands of the Master Baker, they come together for something good.
In other words, that breakup, rejection, or loneliness is just a piece, not the final product. Keep trusting that God knows how to work all things together for His good (Romans 8:28).
3. Sometimes, the greatest contribution you can make in the world is introducing someone to Jesus.
Lastly, while you may never have a massive platform, if you introduce even one person to Jesus, you made an impact in eternity.
John’s most lasting impact was pointing to Jesus. That one moment defined his entire legacy. He didn’t write books, plant churches, or lead crowds for decades. He simply pointed and said, “Behold the Lamb of God.”
In the body of Christ, visibility doesn’t determine value. For example, your lungs are never seen but you can’t live without them. I want to encourage you to stop measuring your worth by how noticed you are, especially during dark seasons. Instead, measure it by your obedience.
Doubts don’t disqualify you. Dark seasons don’t define you. Your value is not based on your feelings or your visibility but on your faithfulness to the call.
If you’re in the dark today, take heart: God is still speaking. He’s still working. And He hasn’t changed His mind about you. Keep trusting Him through the dark.
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