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Meditating on Psalm 34:6<\/strong>, he noted that no suffering can hinder God\u2019s action in the lives of those who seek Him with all their hearts<\/strong>. This poor man cried out, and the LORD heard\u00a0him,\u00a0and saved him out of all his troubles. (Psalm 34:6)<\/p><\/blockquote>\n Bishop Macedo<\/a><\/span> pointed out that God draws near to the humble. He is the Lord of all things, residing in the heavens. Yet, He promises to be with those who acknowledge<\/strong> their spiritual needs and earnestly seek Him<\/strong>.<\/p>\n To reinforce this message, the bishop quoted Isaiah 57:15<\/strong>, which reveals that God dwells in the high and holy place but is also present with the contrite and humble in spirit<\/strong> to revive and save them.<\/p>\n Regardless of a person\u2019s past or present circumstances, God remains willing to help when there is sincere repentance<\/strong> and a genuine cry for assistance. The bishop explained that sin distances people from God<\/strong> and leads to suffering. However, this does not mean there is no hope.<\/p>\n In fact, when a person recognizes their condition and turns to God for help<\/strong>, they demonstrate their faith. This desire to resort to God\u2019s Word and seek Him through prayer shows that transformation is still possible.<\/p>\n Bishop Macedo<\/a><\/span> emphasized that God reaches out to the afflicted<\/strong>, those whose souls are sick, and those who are tired of suffering. His purpose is to revive the spirits of those who cry out for help and grant them a new life. Moreover, the bishop stated that faith is not merely a feeling or a positive thought; it must be accompanied by practical actions<\/strong>.<\/p>\n Those seeking God\u2019s help need to take steps toward Him<\/strong>\u2014whether through prayer, obedience<\/strong> to His Word, or the decision<\/strong> to abandon everything that separates them from His presence. God\u2019s promise remains steadfast: He hears the cry of the afflicted and delivers them from their troubles.<\/p>\n All that is required is for a person to humble themselves before Him and seek Him with sincerity and faith. \u2022 How to Overcome Fear and Doubt Through Faith and the Word of God<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n \u2022 How to Win the War Between Doubt and Certainty<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n \u2022 Third Message of the Fast of Daniel: Learn How to Overcome Doubts<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n \u2022 Fourth Message of the Fast of Daniel: Learning to Overcome Sin Through Faith<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n \u2022 Fifth Message of the Fast of Daniel: For You Who Are in the Desert<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n \u2022 Sixth Message of the Fast of Daniel: My Experiences in the Desert<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n \u2022 Seventh Message of the Fast of Daniel: Faith Is Tested in the Desert<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n
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\n <\/p>\nGod Draws Near to the Humble<\/strong><\/h4>\n
God Is Present With Those Who Recognize Their Spiritual Needs<\/strong><\/h5>\n
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Recognizing One\u2019s Condition and Turning to God Demonstrates Faith<\/strong><\/h5>\n
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Seeking God Requires Prayer, Obedience, and a Decision<\/strong><\/h5>\n
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God Hears the Cry of the Afflicted<\/strong><\/h5>\n
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