New and kind of disappointed

This is my first day actually using this sight, so I don't know exactly where to post this.
All I want to say is to please be considerate when you respond to someone's problem.

Long story short, every several months or so, I become extremely depressed about our situation. We've been spinning our tires for years with so much prayer and effort put into improving it, but nothing changes.
In my incredibly depressed state, I went here for help.
I described my situation as briefly as I could, and, in a nutshell, my replies were:
"You're being selfish."
"It's not that bad."
"My situation is worse than yours."

I didn't read past this because my eyes were already full of tears, and I don't care to read the rest now.
I just want to say that this is never how you should respond to someone who is depressed.

I came here looking for Jesus. He never said,"Others have it worse than you," or, "Look at all the nice stuff you have," or, "You're not good enough." When there was a need, He met it. All I needed was a shoulder to cry on.

If I was suicidal, these comments could have driven me over the edge.
Don't assume anything about someone's character or Christian walk. People don't come here to be judged. Let God judge them. While they are on this Earth, be a comforter. Be Christ to someone.

A simple "I'll pray for you," or, "That sounds rough," would have gone a long way.
I know you specifically didn't reply anything rude, but just remember that people are human. Sometimes we need a little help.

.......... just remember that people are human. Sometimes THEY need a little help.

Long story short, every several months or so, I become extremely depressed about our situation. We've been spinning our tires for years with so much prayer and effort put into improving it, but nothing changes.
In my incredibly depressed state, I went here for help.
I described my situation as briefly as I could, and, in a nutshell, my replies were:
"You're being selfish."
"It's not that bad."
"My situation is worse than yours."

Are you referring to this thread:

http://christianchat.com/christian-...-doesnt-care-about-my-family.html#post2890011

You actually got some quite good and encouraging responses there. Also, you did not mention being depressed. You did say you have not gotten what you wanted, despite having many blessings in your life. People seemed to be responding to that.

sister don't let those words of man get you down. stand on His word thought and God will meet your needs. clam the word of God over your life!

Matthew 7:11 If you then, who are evil, know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more will your Father who is in heaven give good things to those who ask him!Matthew 21:22 And whatever you ask in prayer, you will receive, if you have faith.”

God is a Good Father and you and your family are precious to Him. know what His word says, and believe it and you will see his love pour out for you in all areas of life.


Matthew 6:31-32 Therefore do not be anxious, saying, ‘What shall we eat?’ or ‘What shall we drink?’ or ‘What shall we wear?’ For the Gentiles seek after all these things, and your heavenly Father knows that you need them all.

trust in God!!! He LOVES YOU

God rarely gives us what we WANT, but He ALWAYS gives us what we NEED.

God rarely gives us what we WANT, but He ALWAYS gives us what we NEED.

Everyone has hard times in life, and yes it is true, several people here have it worse than you do. Angela53510, who suffers from agonizing, debilitating rheumatoid arthritis and can barely function most days. Or TemporaryCircumstances, who at the tender age of 14, has had cancer 2 or 3 times, been sexually abused and a plethora of other atrocities committed against her. Yet the user name she chose, shows her belief in those words, "temporary circumstances." She is one of the wisest, bravest young ladies I have ever known. I highly suggest you talk to her. And please read my depression thread below in my signature. Go to the testimonies forum and read any story of hope and triumph there. Hopefully you will come away with a new perspective on your current TEMPORARY circumstances.

We were never promised an easy, cushy life here. But we are promised that it will be worth it in the end. All we can do is persevere through as best we can.

This is my first day actually using this sight, so I don't know exactly where to post this.
All I want to say is to please be considerate when you respond to someone's problem.

Long story short, every several months or so, I become extremely depressed about our situation. We've been spinning our tires for years with so much prayer and effort put into improving it, but nothing changes.
In my incredibly depressed state, I went here for help.
I described my situation as briefly as I could, and, in a nutshell, my replies were:
"You're being selfish."
"It's not that bad."
"My situation is worse than yours."

I didn't read past this because my eyes were already full of tears, and I don't care to read the rest now.
I just want to say that this is never how you should respond to someone who is depressed.

I came here looking for Jesus. He never said,"Others have it worse than you," or, "Look at all the nice stuff you have," or, "You're not good enough." When there was a need, He met it. All I needed was a shoulder to cry on.

If I was suicidal, these comments could have driven me over the edge.
Don't assume anything about someone's character or Christian walk. People don't come here to be judged. Let God judge them. While they are on this Earth, be a comforter. Be Christ to someone.

A simple "I'll pray for you," or, "That sounds rough," would have gone a long way.
I know you specifically didn't reply anything rude, but just remember that people are human. Sometimes we need a little help.

It's interesting to see how many people are quick with a hard answer.
I do wonder why that is.

It's interesting to see how many people are quick with a hard answer.
I do wonder why that is.