Some wounds are not visible to the eye, as they are physical and tangible, whereas some are not. Some cries are never heard because they are secret and silent. Many women suffer in silence, hiding their pain behind forced smiles and daily routines. For, this silent suffering became her reality. After years of rejection, disappointment, and failures, she carried the weight of depression, yet no one knew.
First, it was her husband having an affair which rocked the foundation of their marriage. Repeated promises of his repentance never materialized as he constantly cheated and expected her to live with it. Her request for him to get counselling fell on deaf ears as he felt it was a situation he could handle on his own. He persuaded her that revealing his serial cheating would disgrace their family, so it remained a secret until his next affair.
Next was the bullying she suffered at her workplace, as an administrator, she was good at her job, but suffered a hostile environment created by another colleague who just didn’t like her. She had lost several jobs in the past and just wanted to hold on to this position for her sanity. She lost two jobs due to taking time off for her son’s accident. Now, she faces potential dismissal from a telecom company during her probation for any minor infraction.
She began to reassess her circumstances and ponder where her life would be in the next ten years. The uncertain future for herself and her children heightened her sense of fear.
She woke up every morning, prepared meals, got the children ready for school, and went to work and about her day as if everything was fine. She laughed at jokes, attended church services, and volunteered in her community. Yet, when she was alone, she wept. Her silent cries filled the night, but no one ever heard them. She felt unseen and questioned if anyone understood her pain. She finally asked for a divorce, giving her husband the choice to fix his mistakes and be the husband and father their family deserved or to leave.
Biblical Encouragement: A God Who Sees and Hears
During one of her darkest nights, she opened her Bible and stumbled upon Psalm 34:17-18:
“The righteous cry out, and the Lord hears them; he delivers them from all their troubles. The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.”
Those words hit her soul like a whisper from heaven. Maybe, just maybe, she wasn’t as alone as she thought.
The Twist: A Divine Intervention
One afternoon, while grocery shopping, the weight of it all became too much. She felt dizzy, her vision blurred, and before she knew it, she collapsed in the middle of the aisle. The world around her faded into darkness.
When she woke up, she was lying on a bench inside the store, a gentle voice praying over her. A stranger had seen her fall and, instead of walking away, he had chosen to intervene. That moment was the turning point. Someone saw her. Someone cared. A new found friend divinely present at her most vulnerable moment. With trembling hands, she allowed herself to accept the prayers and concern. That day, she decided she couldn’t carry this burden alone any longer. She needed help, and she was finally ready to look for it.
Overcoming Analysis: Choosing Healing Over Silence
Healing began when she took three vital steps
- Embracing Vulnerability– She acknowledged her pain and allowed herself to express it rather than suppress it.
- Seeking Help – She gained strength by confiding in a trusted counselor.
- Trusting God to Send the Right People – Through prayer and faith, she began to recognize that God had placed people in her path to support her.
Call to Action: Don’t Stay Silent
If you are struggling in silence, know that you don’t have to carry your burdens alone. Reach out to someone today, even if it’s just for a conversation. Let someone in. You are not alone.
Recommendation: Finding Support and Encouragement
Consider joining a support group or a prayer circle where you can find encouragement and a safe space to share. Healing happens in community, and there is strength in knowing you are heard and seen.
Your pain does not define you. Your silent cry is heard. And your healing journey can begin today.
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