When God Feels Distant: Learning to Wait (Psalm 130)

What do you do when you know God forgives… but you don’t feel it?Psalm 130 is one of the “Psalms of Ascent,” sung by pilgrims on their way to Jerusalem. Surprisingly, it begins not with celebration, but with a cry from the depths.This sermon explores that honest, in-between space:when we know we’ve got things wrongwhen forgiveness is realbut restoration doesn’t quite feel completeAt the heart of the Psalm is a powerful image: waiting for the Lord like a watchman waiting for the morning. Not anxiously, but with quiet confidence that light is coming.As we approach Holy Week, this ancient song helps us make sense of the journey from darkness to hope—through waiting, trust, and ultimately, redemption.If you’ve ever felt stuck, distant from God, or unsure what to do next, this Psalm offers a simple but profound invitation:Cry. Trust. Wait. Hope.