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A
I completely understand where you are coming from. I think it is something that a lot of people deal with. The drive to do anything can be lessened by let downs that happen in our personal lives. I think it can be more noticeable for us Christians because we taught that we should serve The Lord and be gracious towards him, but we are human. I believe this is a normal thing that you're going through. You will get you desire back. I will be praying for you.
K
Thank you for your your prayers alissa. they are counted as blessings. good to know I'm not alone.
maybe its a normal race we all run occasionally, expecially those that think and study to much theology instead of reality huh? Said reality being God loves us enough to become a simple servant and die a horrible death in our place, and then render us justified and righteous by defeating our deserved consequence. Amongst all the study, i guess i stumble upon more questions even though the important ones have been answered already. that and lifes trials as well as the enemys attacks can weaken and make us more open for spiritual lows and uncertainties, even if uncertainties aren't a reality as God keeps us, we don't work at keeping ourselves. And praise Him for such, because keeping myself safe and saved is something I'm spiritually incapable of doing in this current flesh. The more i study and hurt the more i ask and doubt, I'm hoping its part of my sin nature and it will be overcome, either soon or at His coming. I just keep reminding myself that the enemy is clever, and can make every truth seem a lie and every lie seem as if it were truth. Who can disern the mind of God though, silly to think i could fathom even a portion of what He knows as truth. maybe its part of the cross I'm to bear-----know the important Truths while the world calls them a lie, whilst stumbling to find the smaller Truths along the way, all the while having fiery trials sent my way. that and having to keep running and do my best to keep my chin up.. even though i most desire death, so I can be with him sooner. (I'm a Christian, not a quiter of important matters such as this life. So this isn't a call for help, only prayer, ill keep fighting the fight until my last breath, and my last breath won't be the result of a intentional action by myself, therefore please no responses with anti suicide rhetoric and hotline numbers, unless its your only motivation to post here. I figured a subjects as this would yield more responses, if it doesn't. send your suicide prevention tips as i suppose a response off topic is better than no response at all.
I'm looking only for fellowship and the comfort it brings here. No "suicide sends ya ta hell" preaching. I'm fully capable of living this life out. , in His strength......................
maybe its a normal race we all run occasionally, expecially those that think and study to much theology instead of reality huh? Said reality being God loves us enough to become a simple servant and die a horrible death in our place, and then render us justified and righteous by defeating our deserved consequence. Amongst all the study, i guess i stumble upon more questions even though the important ones have been answered already. that and lifes trials as well as the enemys attacks can weaken and make us more open for spiritual lows and uncertainties, even if uncertainties aren't a reality as God keeps us, we don't work at keeping ourselves. And praise Him for such, because keeping myself safe and saved is something I'm spiritually incapable of doing in this current flesh. The more i study and hurt the more i ask and doubt, I'm hoping its part of my sin nature and it will be overcome, either soon or at His coming. I just keep reminding myself that the enemy is clever, and can make every truth seem a lie and every lie seem as if it were truth. Who can disern the mind of God though, silly to think i could fathom even a portion of what He knows as truth. maybe its part of the cross I'm to bear-----know the important Truths while the world calls them a lie, whilst stumbling to find the smaller Truths along the way, all the while having fiery trials sent my way. that and having to keep running and do my best to keep my chin up.. even though i most desire death, so I can be with him sooner. (I'm a Christian, not a quiter of important matters such as this life. So this isn't a call for help, only prayer, ill keep fighting the fight until my last breath, and my last breath won't be the result of a intentional action by myself, therefore please no responses with anti suicide rhetoric and hotline numbers, unless its your only motivation to post here. I figured a subjects as this would yield more responses, if it doesn't. send your suicide prevention tips as i suppose a response off topic is better than no response at all.
I'm looking only for fellowship and the comfort it brings here. No "suicide sends ya ta hell" preaching. I'm fully capable of living this life out. , in His strength......................
A
Life is short. We all know that and we also know that when we accept Jesus into our hearts He will forever love us. He loves everyone. However, the moment when you decide to accept Him as your personal savior everything changes. I believe our journey in life begins and ends with Him. He will protect us through our hardest times. Keeping your chin us is a great thing; however, praying to The Lord for strength for the day is all we can do. It is in His hands. Today in church a man came from West Africa to talk to us about "Good Deeds." He said that everyday you have to wake up with the intentions of having no fear towards the enemy. You'll succeed in life with Christ. I completely understand the want to go to be with The Lord sooner than later. However, He has a plan for you. Everything will be okay. It always is. I hope this helps.
1 Corinthians 10:13 No temptation has overtaken you that is not common to man. God is faithful, and he will not let you be tempted beyond your ability, but with the temptation he will also provide the way of escape, that you may be able to endure it.
1 Corinthians 10:13 No temptation has overtaken you that is not common to man. God is faithful, and he will not let you be tempted beyond your ability, but with the temptation he will also provide the way of escape, that you may be able to endure it.
K
Thanks for the response error and alissa. and thanks for not giving me a hotline number
Burnout syndrom is possible as I'm definitely tired of my circumstances yet would think serving would alleviate some of that. also I'm unsure of scripture that mentions this as a temporary. ordeal. if anybody knows of some outside of the one i have in minds regarding trials and not specifically a dwindling desire to be Gods tool please cite it. prayer although important doesn't seem of effect a lot of times. at least not imeadiatly as to be noticed.
i like the idea of waking ever morning. knowing the enemies already beaten by Christ but he is still willing to attack until he can't anylonger. in personal experience a christian knows the devils fate but a seasoned christian knows that he carries a bite until the end of this age. if we don't expect to face him we can't be on gaurd and therefore ready to thwart him.1st Peter 5:8 reads something like " be sober, be vigilant , because your adversary.the devil prances about like a roaring lion seeking someone to devour." That's not to say it might not work as I think the Lord has several meanings in a verse and often our interpretation is a little off. I'm going to give your advice a good try alissa but if i feel him creeping I'm back to gaurd stance;
i guess a major problem is i can't find an encouraging verse or two that addresses loosing a desire to serve God or about a feeling of doubting him and his promisses at times (not his existence) because after a long time in suffering its hard to think that bad feelings are part of a good plan or that he wants me to be happy. that lasts long enough and some people say that it means you have lost salvation (however misinterpreted their Biblical backing may be) i am not however outside of thinking outside of fellowship with Him and therefore forfeiting some blessings while standing outside of some protections. i know God can use all things to better those who love him but a long time of pain and loss makes even Job weary.
I don't know. Any insights or scripture that applies you guys if ya have the time?
Burnout syndrom is possible as I'm definitely tired of my circumstances yet would think serving would alleviate some of that. also I'm unsure of scripture that mentions this as a temporary. ordeal. if anybody knows of some outside of the one i have in minds regarding trials and not specifically a dwindling desire to be Gods tool please cite it. prayer although important doesn't seem of effect a lot of times. at least not imeadiatly as to be noticed. i like the idea of waking ever morning. knowing the enemies already beaten by Christ but he is still willing to attack until he can't anylonger. in personal experience a christian knows the devils fate but a seasoned christian knows that he carries a bite until the end of this age. if we don't expect to face him we can't be on gaurd and therefore ready to thwart him.1st Peter 5:8 reads something like " be sober, be vigilant , because your adversary.the devil prances about like a roaring lion seeking someone to devour." That's not to say it might not work as I think the Lord has several meanings in a verse and often our interpretation is a little off. I'm going to give your advice a good try alissa but if i feel him creeping I'm back to gaurd stance;
i guess a major problem is i can't find an encouraging verse or two that addresses loosing a desire to serve God or about a feeling of doubting him and his promisses at times (not his existence) because after a long time in suffering its hard to think that bad feelings are part of a good plan or that he wants me to be happy. that lasts long enough and some people say that it means you have lost salvation (however misinterpreted their Biblical backing may be) i am not however outside of thinking outside of fellowship with Him and therefore forfeiting some blessings while standing outside of some protections. i know God can use all things to better those who love him but a long time of pain and loss makes even Job weary.
I don't know. Any insights or scripture that applies you guys if ya have the time?
T
Hey brother, i felt the same way. I felt like i was getting cold and just didn't feel like doing anything for God. I felt kinda down always and thought that Jesus wasn't even listening to me. I was always failing as well and it was a really bad time for me. One thing we have to notice is not to go by feelings. We always have to go by faith and trust in the lord. Also the lord loves us and he will never leave us nor forsake us. I just realized that his grace is enough and his grace gives us the power to overcome all sins. Also when we fail his grace and mercy is there to cover us. Yesterday i went to a crusade and i got back on fire for the lord. I was in so much joy and happiness and i literally felt like i could worship the lord the whole day. I left recharged and well. Brother never give up and trust in the lord. Fight through this season that you are going through. We are always here praying for you. God Bless and if you got questions you can message me.
R
Oooh yah Buddy been threw this a lot. It could be from allowing stress or sin in your life. Or from taking on too much and feeling overwhelmed so you take Gods time and use it for rest. But yah the devil playing on your heart. He has you right where he wants you and sets depression into your heart. Sometimes you just got to drag your self back and let God move back into you. And of course pray for God to mend your soul and to fight back the devil.
P
You are not alone! Any mature believer and some not so mature have been there it is part of the pruning and growing process. But do remember life and death are in the power of the tongue. Don't speak of depression on your self use another word or terms like I'm feeling oppressed and harassed by the everyday events of life. Keep your words positive quote scripture we must use the word to overcome our struggles. Jesus gave us the key he said for it is written!!!You have not lost your fire that firs still burns it is just hid by stuff. Remove as much stuff as you can let the Holy Spirit remove the rest. Find rest in him sometimes we need a period of rest from our daily battles jut stay focused and you will be in our prayers.
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