There comes a time during our spiritual journey where we have done our painful inner work of releasing and forgiveness but have not yet seen any change or benefit in the outside world. The experience is like a black hole or empty void. Depression, frustration and hopelessness can show up. The temptation is to give up, start up another project or find a distraction. We’ll do anything to avoid the dark night of the soul.

Change is happening on a mental, emotional and spiritual level. Our cells are being readied for a new expression. We are gathering strength and vitality. Even though we can’t see the change, we live by faith knowing the renewal is taking place.

This is the time to build our faith. We are called on to deepen our courage, patience and trust. More will be revealed at the right and perfect time. Nothing has been lost. Consciousness is being prepared.

Jesus was in the tomb for three days. It seemed that all was lost. In reality, he was preparing for the true purpose of his life in earth; the fulfillment of the promise of eternal life and extraordinary love. Our dark night of the soul is our preparation for a greater expression yet to come. It’s time to rest in God.

Affirmation: “I rest in the consciousness of eternal life and strength and I am made perfect.” Keep a True Lent by Charles Fillmore