Everyone experiences loneliness at some point or another. For many, the Covid pandemic brought this to light; quarantining in isolation has left many feeling alone and depressed. In today’s episode of Changing, Donald interviews public speaker and financial consultant Godfrey McAllister to discuss Godfrey’s feeling of loneliness and how he turned to God for help.

Godfrey came to the United States seven years ago.

• After decades as a professional speaker, Godfrey moved to the United States.
• He realized In America that skill and talent are only 10% of professional motivational speaking. The rest is business acumen (elements he didn’t know.)
• Because of this hurdle, he hasn’t yet broken into the field. And while trying to make his dream happen, Covid spread, and he went into isolation.

But his move to the United States started his loneliness.

• In Jamaica, he was surrounded by people. But in the U.S., he found himself alone with God.
• Depression is something everyone struggles with at some point or another. And when people don’t know how to handle it, it worsens.
• Godfrey realized we are social creatures. When you have something to share and nobody around you to share it with, depression begins.

Godfrey relied on God during his isolation.

• The paradox of the Christian faith is that we’re taught to walk with Christ yet be independent. We need to accept that God is a requirement for life.
• Because of his constant companionship with God during isolation, he grew and deepened this relationship.

His advice to someone who wants a closer relationship with God:

• The Christian life is not just about God; it’s also about the devil. There’s a choice we need to make.
• Our human relationships are essential. But they’re not as sacred as the relationship with God. Regardless of how good life is, praising God for those things is critical.
• When things are good, realize God is that source of goodness. Give him praise. It’ll keep you on top and, when you fall, you won’t be alone.

In a situation where you want to grow closer, what should you do?

• Ask God for forgiveness for our sins and mistakes; we will always be forgiven.
• Study God’s word through scripture, and ask God for the boldness to share his message with others.
• Get accustomed to giving thanks. Developing the habit makes it automatic, even in our lowest points.

To get in touch with Godfrey and learn more about his story, visit his website godfreymcallister.com or contact him via WhatsApp at 954-299-9394. Follow him on LinkedIn for more incredible and fascinating content (not to mention motivational messaging.)