by All of us carry wounds. Some are visible, but most lie hidden beneath the surface. Disappointments, betrayals, losses, and words spoken in anger often leave marks on our hearts that time alone cannot heal. We press on through life, hoping these wounds will fade, yet they frequently remain beneath the surface, shaping how we think, act, and trust.
But Scripture reminds us of a powerful truth: God does not shy away from our brokenness. He draws near to it. The Holy Spirit is our Comforter, and Jesus is our Healer. The path to restoration begins when we dare to bring our deepest hurts into the presence of the One who fully understands.
The good news is that God sees your pain and invites you to bring it to Him. You do not have to carry your wounds alone. Healing begins when we stop pretending we are fine and trust the One who can restore what has been broken.
“The Lord is near to the brokenhearted and saves the crushed in spirit.”
—Psalm 34:18 (ESV)
God invites us to bring our wounds to Him so He can meet us in our pain and begin the healing process.
Big Idea 1: We Are All Wounded
It does not matter how long we have followed Christ or how strong others think we are. Every one of us carries pain. Sometimes it is the grief of losing someone we love. Sometimes, it is the disappointment of unfulfilled dreams. Other times, it is the quiet ache of rejection, emotional neglect, betrayal, or even abuse. And often, we carry wounds we are too afraid to name aloud, even in prayer.
These wounds can linger for years. They shape our thoughts, influence our relationships, and alter how we view ourselves and God. Some wounds are fresh and painful. Others have scabbed over but are easily reopened by reminders, circumstances, or careless words. We may function in ministry, relationships, and daily life, but these hidden hurts drain our strength.
The enemy would love for us to keep our pain buried. He whispers that we should be stronger by now or that our pain disqualifies us from being used by God. He encourages us to wear masks, to pretend everything is fine. But the longer we hide our wounds, the deeper they infect our hearts and isolate us from healing.
Jesus does not want us to live in denial. He never expects us to pretend we are unhurt. Instead, He invites us to bring those wounds into His presence so He can heal them. He is not afraid of our pain, and our brokenness does not put him off.
Acknowledging our brokenness is not weakness.
It is an act of faith. It is the first courageous step toward healing. When we are honest about what hurts, we open ourselves to the comfort, restoration, and renewal only God can provide.
Big Idea 2: God Is Near to the Brokenhearted
Psalm 34:18 is one of the most comforting promises in all of Scripture. It does not say that God notices the brokenhearted from afar or keeps track of their struggles from a distance. It says He is near. That nearness is not symbolic. It is real, intimate, and deeply personal.
When our hearts are shattered and our spirits feel crushed, God is not waiting for us to get our act together. He does not demand that we toughen up before coming to Him. Instead, He draws close. His presence is like a gentle whisper that reaches through the noise of sorrow and says, “I am here.”
God remains faithful in our darkest moments when no one seems to understand and when even our prayers feel weak or empty. His Spirit wraps around us like a blanket in the cold, bringing a peace that does not always make sense but always comforts. He does not push us to heal faster or pretend to be strong.
He meets us in the silence and stays through the storm.
This nearness is not based on our performance or spiritual strength. It is not something we earn. It is a pure expression of God’s compassionate love. He is drawn to the brokenhearted because that is who He is: a Father who comforts, a Shepherd who gathers the wounded, and a Savior who suffered so we would never suffer alone.
If you are feeling broken, do not assume you have to climb your way back to God. He is already with you. Let His nearness be your refuge. Let His presence begin the healing your heart longs for.
Big Idea 3: Healing Requires Surrender
There is a holy invitation in our brokenness. God is not only near. He asks us to give Him access to the places we keep hidden. Healing does not begin with self-effort. It starts when we stop managing the pain on our own and release it to His care. That may mean opening our hearts in honest prayer, allowing ourselves to grieve fully, asking others for help, or forgiving someone who deeply hurt us.
Surrender is not weakness. It is trust in action. It is choosing to believe that God can be trusted with what we are most afraid to expose. Sometimes we want to control the timing, the process, or even the outcome of our healing. But true surrender means releasing our expectations and choosing God’s pace, method, and love.
This surrender is not a one-time decision.
It is a posture we must return to repeatedly. Every time we lay our wounds before the Lord, we invite His healing presence to enter. And he does. God does not stand at a distance with folded arms. He moves toward us with compassion and binds up what is broken. He restores what has been crushed and breathes life into places where grief once suffocated hope.
You do not have to hide your wounds from God. He already knows them and is not disappointed in your pain or ashamed of your story. He is patient, kind, and ready to heal. Your surrender is the opening that allows His love to do its most tender and powerful work.
Conclusion
The wounds we carry may shape our story, but they do not have to define our future. God sees every scar, every tear, and every silent ache we try to hide. He does not simply observe our pain from afar. He enters it, tends to it, and gently offers healing beyond temporary relief.
Something sacred happens when we stop trying to manage our brokenness alone and bring it into God’s presence. He does not offer a quick fix. Instead, He offers himself. He is the Healer who understands every wound and how to mend what others have damaged. His healing work is slow, patient, and rooted in love.
Today, take a step toward the One who is near to the brokenhearted. Bring your pain into the presence of the Healer. Do not wait for perfect words or the right moment. He is ready now. Let Him begin to do what only He can do. He will not rush you, overlook you, or fail you. Even the deepest wounds can become places of peace, renewal, and hope in His care.
Action Step
Spend time in prayer today, identifying one wound you have been carrying silently. Name it before God. Invite the Holy Spirit to draw near and begin the healing process.
“God cannot heal what we conceal. When we bring our pain into the light, His love begins to do what denial never could.” —Unknown
Prayer
Lord, I bring my wounds to You. Some I have carried for years, others are fresh and raw. Thank you for being near the brokenhearted and seeing my pain even when I hide it. I invite you into every part of my heart that needs healing. I trust you to do what only you can: mend what is broken, lift what is crushed, and restore what has been lost. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
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