Isn't this all craziness?

I've started to think all the belief in God is insane. Why does there have to be a God? It doesn't have to happen, does it?

Also, when people say they're going to pray for me, I think, what is using your imagination going to do?

I'm supposed to get baptized soon...but internally I tell myself...being dunked in water isn't going to do anything for you.

My head won't stop spinning, I don't know what to even think.

Well without God there wouldnt be you! he Created us, so were ever is there a creation, there is a creator. When people pray for you. they are praying because they want the best for you. and only God can give you the best to you, thats why people pray for you. Being baptized wont save you. its more of a symbol.

Don't get baptized. Not until you are convicted that there is a God, and that Jesus is your Saviour. If you get baptized believing that this is all foolery and craziness, you would be mocking God. And, believe me, that is a scary thing to do.

Being "dunked in water" doesn't do anything to anyone. But baptism, however, is symbolic of washing away your past/sins and being born again into a new person. If you don't even understand the concept, I can't quite fathom how you are being made to get baptized. Baptism is a free will; a free choice. I would strongly advise you not to get baptized unless you truly believe in it.

And, about your question on "Why does there have to be a God?", I'm sure there are loads of people on this site who can answer that one. HE just exists. He always WAS, IS, and WILL BE. From my perspective, the question should be: Why do we exist?

It's good that you have voiced your concerns and your thoughts. But, be a little careful about calling Christians' beliefs as "craziness", especially when you're on a Christian site. And, I know that there are quite a few people on here who have been former atheists. Maybe, they will be able to help you sort out your thoughts, because they have been in your shoes.

What's insane is thinking about what you would be without a holy and loving Creator God who has BIG eternal plans for you his beloved. To start with both you and everything you've ever thought, believed, felt, shared, spoke, etc... etc... etc... would be ultimately meaningless.

You'd be nothing but an accidental smear of complex bacteria on a rocky planet lost in a universe that is expanding ever more rapidly to the point that some day no life will ever be possible in it again.

And that's just for starters. Do you want me to keep going?

Young lady, do not be deceived. There IS a creator God. If you really want to understand the answers to your questions, read 'Why I Am A Christian' by Dr. Norman Geisler.

Why I Am a Christian: Leading Thinkers Explain Why They Believe: Norman L. Geisler, Paul K. Hoffman: 9780801067129: Amazon.com: Books



You're an adult now and it's time to finish maturing and come to grip with the who and what you are and why you are here.

When I was a teen I had a lot of thoughts like you. Church, praying, baptizing etc., it was all crazy, meaningless stuff, so to speak. I didn't spend any time in church or anywhere near it, and I was convinced that the world was some big old coincidence caused by some major bang back in the day. My mama and granma was praying, but I stood tall and did it my way (Thank You, Frank Sinatra). But, during my twenties I started questioning the so called fact that the world was a major coincidence and not really created by something bigger. And at some point I was given back my faith, a faith that I had lost years before. It was not like I was an atheist at 10 am and a believer at 11, it was a journey, and it lasted for years, and I owe it all to the Lord.

You sound very much like I did earlier in my life. I believed the science had proven that the very first chapter of the bible was inaccurate. And if the first chapter was wrong so goes the rest. In my mid 20's I heard for the first time a scientist showing evidence for a young earth. That was the start of me looking for more science to "prove" one way or another the truth. Do not be deceived into thinking that if the evidence existed you would have heard it. Many Christian teachers are not knowledgeable of the science and those that are do not have an easily accessible platform to share their discoveries. You will have to actively search on your own. ICR is an excellent resource to present the scientific evidence of creation. My journey led me to fully believe that the science supports a young earth and a creator. I urge you to do your searching.

I will be praying for you to not only research and discover the truth but that in doing so the faith you find will be abundantly stronger for it.

Lord Jesus i pray that let strawbeeryshortcakes have an encounter with you. let her know from her mind and heart who you are. Lord Jesus i pray that you work in her life, give your knowledge and wisdom so that she receive you are as personal saviour, Amen

Maybe young sister ....just maybe you havent been through any life changing experiances.......the craziest
thing to me.....is people who dont think they need Him......I would be .....lost....broken....miserable....without
my spiritual self.....I would not have lived this long......I have been through experiances that give me full and
no doubt belief that God does truly exists......I have survived physical...emotional...life exeriances......
and each time I cry out for Him......He is there..I always land on my feet.....spend some time in the witness
thread.....the words are there for you......the proof....but this Spiritual self.....thats is what you must find first....
when I was baptized.....coming out of the water...was like an explosion in my body.....I was willing to give my
everything to God....not part time.....not only when all else fails.....always ....then your heart and mind will peel open....
and true understanding will come....have patience dear sister....do yourself a favor.....spend more time with God and
His Word....dont go to the water until.....your heart and mind wants to run to it ....head first....emerging in the power
He gives us when we truely believe........peace....jo

Lord, Please prevent the enemy from influencing this young lady's thoughts. Help her to embrace the truth that You are a real and loving God who works power in the lives of those belonging to Him. Thank You for her life. I pray her soul and life would be touched in wonderful way by You. In Christ's Name, Amen.

1 Peter 5:8 Your enemy the devil prowls around like a roaring lion looking for someone to devour.

don't get baptized if you don't want to do it,if you don't want to then you don't have to,you can still believe in god even if you don't get baptized,do what you feel is right in your heart.

I agree with the others saying not to get baptised at this time. It is an outward expression of what has taken place on the inside. Wait til you know that you know that you know God is real and that you want to serve Him.

Hi Shortcake, why don't you ask God to reveal Himself to you? I don't mean something nutty but try talking to Him like He was a friend, kinda informal praying. He won't think it's disrespectful, He really is interested in you. He wants to know you and wants you to know He loves you. He'll understand what's in your heart and if you are truly seeking -He won't let you down. You are not crazy just a young girl having doubts that everyone has experienced at one time or another in thier life.

I agree. here is a great link to start: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t_jqgw8t2gk&list=UUedYGs_lqq1uNet0u7qlSyQ

Also, talk to Jesus. If you have doubts He will provide answers. If you go to Him in prayer, He will send people/signs your way to tell you He loves you and that He is real.

It's just that I feel like I care but a part of me doesn't understand, a part of me that's scared; I've been feeling like I should care, but something feels like its pulling me back, and its horrifying me. I feel paranoid all the time like I need to watch my back and can never relax; I started feeling suicidal and depressed, and at some times I felt aggressive over everything.

No, being dunked in water won't do anything for you, nor is it supposed to. Baptism is a symbol of your being born again. It shows the old going under, and the new resurfacing. It is also meant, as stated, as a public declaration of your faith and to confess the Lordship of Christi in your life. If you are not feeling confident in these things then don't do it.

So, what believe does sound 'sane'? Atheism? The idea that nothing existed, and then by pure chance, that an event took place that science would otherwise say is impossible? And that through this random, impossible occurrence the entire universe, all life, the intricate complexities of everything that exists, all stems from an impossible accident. The very nature of the science of atheism contradicts itself. All through the science of atheism is listed one 'nearly impossible (or impossible) odd of something happening, yet over and over again these things all happen. Perhaps that is more of a sane view of existence to you?
See, the arguments against God are easily available, without even having to seek them out. the arguments for God you have to seek out yourself. If you really want answers you can't sit around waiting for everything to just 'make sense'. You have to make the effort to go find these evidences.
And if your concept of prayer is 'using your imagination' then it's no wonder you are in the state you're in. It's a reflection of your belief. Which, seems to me, that you've already determined that there is no God, even if you haven't admitted this to yourself.

Lord God, our precious sister, StrawberryShortcake needs encouragement and vision. Abba Father, please reveal to her heart and mind the reality of Your love and miraculous grace. She was diagnosed with pleurisy recently and is battling that, Lord. Clear away her doubts, help her to have perfect peace and to rest in Your love, Lord. I thank You Father that StrawberryShortcake is our sister because of Jesus Christ. We care for her and ask that You show her she is truly delivered of all anxiety and fear because of Your perfect love, because You died and were raised again to save her. Thank You, Lord Jesus! We ask these things in Your precious name! Amen!!!

Pray to God immediately when you feel that way. Others can pray for you but ultimately you will have come to him yourself. God gives us freewill and the choice to come to him in prayer. I use to feel suicidal and then I asked God to really help me, give me a scripture, a sign, something! and he showed me a scripture, Isaiah 61:3. God will give us the garment of praise for the spirit of heaviness. I looked up the spirit of heaviness on Youtube and heaviness translates to depression. When you feel that way it is the enemy trying to get you to take your life before God can truly lead you. I know it may be hard but start praying and thanking God when you are feeling depressed, this confuses the enemy and he will flee. This has worked for me and I use to try to harm myself but God set me free from such thoughts! I pray the same for you!

That "part" is your old man. You renounce it at the baptism with the sins and old ways, as you emerge from the water (symbolic of washing you from sins) as a new regenerated person. Baptism is putting faith into God that He will conform you into this new person that is alike His son.
It dies off as our faith in Jesus increases and the newborn person takes place in us and you LIVE more...
There was a lot of stuff I thought it was me, but I found out it never was me, it just lived in me and was sucking my blood out until Jesus took it out of me.
I'm a former agnostic and have no trace of doubt now in God.
It is hard to doubt when you daily witness God's power. When you taste spiritual warfare and demonic strongholds torn down and healing taking place. When you witness the supernatural gifts of the Holy Spirit in operation. When God tells you things in your heart and you later find them in the Bible. And this is not reserved for anyone special, but for all who believe...
He is the most beautiful and amazing being you'll ever know and the journey with Him is amazing and adventurous, even in difficult moments. You really dont want to miss on that. Seek Jesus. <3

This is satan still pulling at your soul. He knows that you are on the line wanting to know what it is worth to do, and go through all of this. He wants your soul to stay wavering and not find the true love that believers feel.
He is doing the same to my son as well trying to waver him by letting him see all the debating and arguing that goes on between believers instead of the truth and love we should be sharing.
We all have been in this position before, and some still are there with doubts and wondering going on in their minds. Like the Apostle Paul said even he wrestles within himself.
We have fleshly desires and thoughts that wrestle with and pull at out spiritual happiness.

The best information that can be given is to pray to God for answers then seek out and study the scriptures for yourself. Do not let anybody else drive your motives by listening to them. This may not work for all, but I have found it to be God's way of speaking to me. But when ever I have a question I go to prayer to God and ask for an answer. Within about 24 hours I seem to get drawn to my bible and pick it up and just open to no particular page and start reading. The subject that I read answers my question. God speaking through His word.