When friendships suddenly end or close relationships fall apart, the experience often feels like rejection or abandonment. But according to Pastor Vlad Savchuk, these moments may actually be God’s divine intervention as He strategically removes people from our lives for our protection and growth.
In a recent teaching video, Savchuk breaks down five biblical reasons why God allows these painful separations to happen. Drawing from both Scripture and personal experience, he offers perspective and hope for those navigating relational loss.
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1. They’re Holding You Back From God’s Purpose
Savchuk points to the story of Abraham and Lot in Genesis 13 as an example of how certain people can act as a spiritual veil. “When Lot departed, it allowed Abraham to actually fully see the promised land,” he explains. “The word ‘Lot’ means veil… and I wonder how many people in our life are like Lot? When they are removed, we begin to see clearly what we need to do.”
2. Their Season in Your Life Has Ended
Not every relationship is meant to last forever. Referencing the disagreement between Paul and Barnabas in Acts 15, Savchuk notes how their split actually led to a multiplication of ministry efforts. “Recognize not all separations are negative. Sometimes disagreements will lead to multiplication.”
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He likens these temporary relationships to scaffolding: useful in building a structure, but removed once the purpose is fulfilled.
3. God Is Protecting You From Harm
Sometimes, God’s removal is an act of protection. “What if that person that the Lord is removing is actually that Delilah? What if that person is like Achan or Judas?” Savchuk asks. He urges believers to be sensitive to red flags and trust that God may be shielding them from unseen spiritual danger.
4. God Wants Your Full Dependence on Him
Using the story of Gideon in Judges 7, Savchuk illustrates how God sometimes strips away human support so believers can rely solely on Him. “It’s not by might, it’s not by power, but it’s by My Spirit,” he says, quoting Scripture.
Savchuk recalls a difficult season in ministry when key leaders left, causing him to question his calling. But instead of retreating, he heard the Lord say, “It’s time to advance, not retreat.” That shift in mindset led to unexpected growth.
5. They’re Part of Your Past, Not Your Future
Citing Ruth 1, Savchuk notes that Orpah left Naomi’s life while Ruth stayed and stepped into God’s redemptive plan. “We have to learn to release relationships that don’t fit our future,” he advises.
For those grieving a relational loss, Savchuk encourages honesty with God, guarding against bitterness, and trusting God’s sovereignty. “If I am feeling like I am being buried, I’m actually being planted,” he says.
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Ultimately, he reminds viewers that God never removes without the intent to replace. “God’s removals are always intentional. Trust God in this process. He sees your future clearly, even when you don’t.”
Savchuk’s message is clear: even in painful goodbyes, God is working. Trusting His process will lead to breakthrough, clarity and a stronger walk of faith.
Abby Trivett is content development editor for Charisma Media.
great news and this gives me freedom to go on and accept it thanks Pastor Vlad