Getting back to God.

Recently I have been gradually drifting away from God, not really even noticing, until just a few days ago. My teacher, Mr. Schlisner, asked if I would like to speak for church, and I said I'd think about it. That night I thought about it, and I decided that no, I wouldn't do it. And that was it. But the next morning, I got this huge urge to speak, but this was on the way to church, so I had nothing written down, nothing to say. But the feeling persisted, so I thought, okay. God obviously wants me to. But I kept thinking these little doubtful thoughts like 'what if I make a fool of myself??' or 'what if I mess up?' but then I head a voice saying 'Its okay if you mess up, or make a fool of yourself, as long as its in My name' So I spoke in front of the church, and even though I was nervous, and they could tell, I still did it, and God gave me the words to say so I didn't make a fool of myself. I'm now changing my life around to be more like Jesus and spread his word and be a witness for him. 'Let this mind be in you that is also in Christ Jesus' : )

[inallhonesty6541]

Wow, it is insane how similar our last week has gone!

I felt the same as you and now I'm going to be speaking in front of my youth group. I feel as though God has given me a new lease on life and I'm definitely feeling like I want to tell people about God!

I never would have said this a few weeks ago...haha.

Anyways, awesome to hear that!

[kjb]

Lindsey that is great, the Holy Spirit, will speak through you, once it is for the Glory of God.

[liljay123]

I be havin' tha same feelins too. Do God word and you will succeed.

[lightbliss]

I can definitely relate to this.

For several weeks.. or months, I've drifted away from God. Pray nightly prayer everyday and then, nothing. I promised to read the Bible everyday this year, and nada.

Recently, my mom informed me that one teen from our church (which I haven't been to since last September) requested to be our (sister and me) prayer partner. I didn't want to because I've never prayed with others, so I was worried that I might not know how to pray correctly, but most importantly my relationship with God was not. So, I started searching online for help pertaining to my situation. A few scriptures came up as well as how prayers should be structured; ACTS.

Anyway, I realized that, being a prayer partner, I have to know the word of God (well, I know it but you know, I have to be diligent in reading/studying). So while I may be nervous, in a way this is forcing me (in a good way) to get closer to God.

So, today at 7pm, I prayed on the phone with my prayer partner and I said the prayer, all sorts of nervous, but I did it! And I have a high that I haven't felt in a long time (a good high, not the bad one). Now, I'm thinking about doing a nightly Bible Study!

[DaughterofMostHighGod]

That's awesome, Lindsey! God bless you!

[valerie]

Praise GOD! that's great

i'm feeling the same thing right now (drifting away from GOD)..
i don't know how to fight it. i pray, i read the word, but i still lack something i can't tell what.
speaking in church was GOD's way for you to come back to Him.
hopefully, i'll have mine the soonest. i miss JESUS.

I told you this would be met with positive reception Lindsey! Way to go.

I know, and thanks, Beau.