Is Facebook fostering my scrupulosity, or am I using "scrupulosity" as an excuse to?

Is Facebook fostering my scrupulosity, or am I using "scrupulosity" as an excuse to?

Is Facebook fostering my scrupulosity, or am I using "scrupulosity" as an excuse to shy away from professing Jesus?

I know in the Book of Mark it says anyone who is ashamed of me, I will be ashamed of when they are face to face with the Father and His angels (paraphrased). I feel that Facebook fosters my worries on this issue. I have posted Bible verses as statuses in the past, but today, for example, I went to wish someone a happy birthday and was going to say God bless you and the new baby, but opted out of doing so due to the thought that people are going to think I"m overdoing it after my frequent statuses or that many people would see it and snicker due to my past deeply secular beliefs. What deeply troubles me is the fact that a part of me was embarrassed or ashamed to add it into the birthday wish. What a shame considering how much God does for me and how close I felt to Him the other day; closer and more connected than I've ever felt in my life. What a way to repay the God that sacrifices everything for us.

BUT, I do believe it is possible to overdo it after awhile and turn people away or make people go from wanting to consider the faith that sustains you versus assuming, "alright, this kid has gone batty." I have been posting a lot of God statuses lately and it has likely turned a head or two considering how secular I was in the past. I'm not using this as an excuse for not saying God bless you to her, which I know I was afraid to say thinking others would snicker or think, "now this kid thinks he's holier than thou" or "oh please" or something similar.

My question is: When do I know if my OCD or scrupulosity is the enemy actually working against God's plan by causing me to be overly religious on Facebook to the point of turning people away, and when do I know when I'm using that thought as an excuse to hide the shear fact that a part of me is embarrassed or ashamed? And, could Facebook be a hinderance to my faith? I believe sometimes it is as it makes me question my dedication to God and whether or not I am full in faith based on my inclusion of God in daily statuses, or lack thereof. I asked God to help purge the enemies from my life, including Facebook, but I wonder if these actions prove that my faith is weak even though I would never be ashamed to say I believe in God to other people or share my testimony in person, or so I believe. I know Facebook is not a religious outlet, but I do like to talk to my friends about it sometimes on private chat and have posted statuses and liked "Jesus" on Facebook to show God I am not ashamed, although today was a pretty significant step backwards. This is why I am hating Facebook as I feel it is hurting my faith or standing in the long run.

I apologize for the rant. My question is: Am I in trouble and starting off this morning one step backwards? And, when do I know when I'm turning people off with too many statuses, too many religious posts? For example, do I attempt to undo today's damage by posting a religious status? When does it become too much, especially on a site like Facebook?

I don't meed to impose, but if anyone is willing, a prayer never hurt if anyone wants to send a prayer to help me know when to preach and to be overjoyed and yearn to speak the truth and the power of Jesus as opposed to being ashamed of the truth. Any prayer request anyone has please respond or inbox me and I will be happy to return the favor.

And thank you if you've read up to here. Sorry for the rant.

God bless you all and thank you for your responses. They help me out greatly.

Re: Is Facebook fostering my scrupulosity, or am I using "scrupulosity" as an excuse

I think you're worrying way too much about it. Really.

Obviously you're not ashamed to have people know your beliefs, or else why would you be posting religious updates on facebook?

What you're really worried about here is if you're bothering other people, right? If your religious posts are kind of "in your face", it can't hurt to tone it down a little, but honestly? It's your facebook page, and if you're bothering anyone, well...

Too bad, really...they can choose to read/not read your posts.

Re: Is Facebook fostering my scrupulosity, or am I using "scrupulosity" as an excuse



Darling Girl, God Bless you!! Abundantly!!
I know in the Book of Mark it says anyone who is ashamed of me, I will be ashamed of when they are face to face with the Father and His angels (paraphrased). I feel that Facebook fosters my worries on this issue. I have posted Bible verses as statuses in the past, but today, for example, I went to wish someone a happy birthday and was going to say God bless you and the new baby, but opted out of doing so due to the thought that people are going to think I"m overdoing it after my frequent statuses or that many people would see it and snicker due to my past deeply secular beliefs.
I think it is possible you have been convicted in the Spirit, and this is a wonderful thing!! there is no need for shame! you are setting out on a journey and of course it is normal to want to be loved and accepted, not rejected by your friends and family. There will be some....maybe...no matter how gently you declare your love of the Lord, who will dislike it. It is not you, but Christ in you they reject. The dark does not like the light I know before I was saved, I would either seek Christians out to ridicule them or avoid them!! You are not walking backwards, i believe you are hearing just fine and are also being sensitive to others. This is so important. You want those you love to know the Lord, so of course you want to tell them, right now. God tells us in His Word to be as gentle as doves and as wise as serpents. Bopping our friends and families over the head with Bibles drives them away and then we miss the opportunity to witness, which is what we are called to do.

BUT, I do believe it is possible to overdo it after awhile and turn people away or make people go from wanting to consider the faith that sustains you versus assuming, "alright, this kid has gone batty." I have been posting a lot of God statuses lately and it has likely turned a head or two considering how secular I was in the past.
Some may think you are a bit batty, but thats ok. As long as you speak in love, the love will shine through. Ask the Lord to give you the opportunity. It is important to be 'real'. If you try to be something else, it will sit badly with you and you will fret over it...like now. The ways of God bring peace, not disquiet. Who you are on CC is who you are on FB but the audience is different and the conversations are different...so just stay tuned into the Spirit and He will give you the opportunities and the words needed
My question is: Am I in trouble and starting off this morning one step backwards? And, when do I know when I'm turning people off with too many statuses, too many religious posts? For example, do I attempt to undo today's damage by posting a religious status? When does it become too much, especially on a site like Facebook?
No steps backward with a life in Christ. Just remember, you will put some off, some will reject you, if you are truly walking with the Lord, how could it be otherwise because 'the ways of God are foolishness to those who do not believe'. But in all things, just keep your eyes on Him. Its only a LIVE fish that can swim against the current. The fact you are thinking these things and asking these things make me see a young woman who loves her God and wants to serve Him. You will not go far wrong with that foundation!! <><