Doubt.

The LORD reigns forever; he has established his throne for judgment.
He will judge the world in righteousness; he will govern the peoples with justice.
The LORD is a refuge for the oppressed, a stronghold in times of trouble.
Those who know your name will trust in you, for you, LORD, have never forsaken those who seek you. Psalms 9:7-10

How much do you trust God? Before answering, consider this.. Do you really trust the Lord when everything seems out of control and He appears absent? What about when He's called you to move in a certain direction that seems risky? And when painful circumstances continue, making you wonder if the Lord really cares?
We all have times of doubt when our expectations of God are dashed by the reality of our situation. Many of us want to trust Him but aren't sure how to do so. "Distance in our relationship with Him results in a lack of faith, but those who are intimately acquainted with Christ find it easier to Him wholeheartedly."

These are my thoughts when tempted to doubt..
1.) He is completely sovereign- God has everything in His control even when we can't perceive it.
2.) He is infinitely wise- The Lord knows every side of the situation inside and out and every event (past, present and future)
3.) He loves perfectly- Without exception, He always chooses what is best for us, even if it's not easy.

We grow in faith, not by trying harder to believe but, rather by pursuing the Lord. Then our trust in Him will grow as we learn that He never forsakes those who seek Him.