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However, I got out and came back home in April and it's been a huge struggle being back in the world after a year in a sort of safe bubble.
The problem is simple. Being at home reminds you of all the unresolved issues, emotions, tensions which drove you to find release in heroin. It sounds like the tensions and feelings and ways of handling them has not yet changed.

You need some network friendships to help you see alternative perspectives on your family, life, future.
You also need to know Jesus walks with you, and wants you to learn how to put His love in action in your life.
Things you used to run away from, you need to bring to Jesus and His example and commands. Can you love your parents through their sin and failures, face the disappointments of your dreams but know Christ underpins your value to Him.

God, who is rich in mercy, made us alive with Christ even when we were dead in transgressions—it is by grace you have been saved.
Eph 2 v 4-5

For he chose us in him before the creation of the world to be holy and blameless in his sight. In love he predestined us for adoption to sonship through Jesus Christ, in accordance with his pleasure and will — to the praise of his glorious grace, which he has freely given us in the One he loves. In him we have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of sins, in accordance with the riches of God’s grace that he lavished on us. With all wisdom and understanding, he made known to us the mystery of his will according to his good pleasure, which he purposed in Christ, to be put into effect when the times reach their fulfillment—to bring unity to all things in heaven and on earth under Christ.
Eph 1 v 4 - 10
 
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glad to pray...
 
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Wow,so many good posts and awesome advice.

Addictions effect your destiny. They also bring shame. Some seem to make a clean break,and just have scars to deal with. Others get on the merry go round of sin,regret,repent over and over,in a never ending cycle.

Get a resolve. Get mad at the drugs and the devil. Develop a REPULSION concerning that THING that is stalking you.

Show it no mercy. You will find that "triggers" are real,and you can actually. Flip it over to your advantage.

For example ,you may be passing by a certain business,and get an overwhelming urge to get high.

PAY ATTENTION.

NOTICE THE TRIGGER. Say to it "you know I told you everytime this stalks me I am gonna make you pay"

Now,start interceeding for family,friends,and lost people you encounter.

Flip it over to your favor. Watch it diminish before your eyes.

The Holy Spirit supplies anointing,power,for ministry.

Develop your calling. Begin to move in it. You will receive extra power.

You see,after years of abuse,strongholds develop.

Those things leave tenticles in their victims.
SEVER THEM. CAST THEM OUT. MAKE THAT MESS GET OFF YOU. DETERMINE " I WILL NOT GO BACK,I AM NOT PUTTING UP WITH THIS"

Watch,as God moves to your side.

It is said God will pass over a thousand people to get to the man of faith.

Feed the word to your spirit.

They asked the old Indian who got saved a few weeks back "how are you"

He replied "I see two dogs fighting inside me one is white,and one is black. (good and evil)"

They asked "which one is winning?"

"which ever one I feed the most" he replied.
 
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Good advice...help yourself by supporting others going thru similar circumstances......and pray, there's no problem too big or too small for Jesus ...
Actually, that may or may not be good advice. Each of us is different. By helping others go through similar circumstances, if the other fails, we may well get sucked right back down with them. The only way I pulled that off was because I got a job at the same rehab, so my support system were also my co-workers. I didn't have enough strength without them.

And yet, some of those same people worked at other rehabs at other hours of the day, because they were strong enough to do so without needing their support system right with them. It's possible helping others similar to us is a good idea. It's just as possible it's not until we gain strength in God for him to be our support system.

I was the only person out of my graduating class to not go back to drugs. And I mean most of the rest quit during rehab, while the rest went back within a month or two after graduating. Why was I the one and only?

Only thing I had over them was my Savior. I got me into that mess. He got me out. It's 38 years later and I STILL have to guard myself from getting sucked into some really stupid stuff. I have to know what I can and can't do, because, yo! Addictive personality, so I do nothing halfway.

I can help by sharing my story, but I can't help by walking side-by-side. This life will always be like that for us, even when the drugs stop screaming in our ears 24/7. We have to be careful where we step because we can get sucked right into another destructive addiction just as easily as the last one. Most people can push their limits. We were made to avoid some limits all together.

That too is a God-given gift specifically given to addictive personalities with some work on our part to keep it.

Time to stop chanting the go-to lines of rehab and burst into some go-to reality with God. Nicole still needs those axioms. (I like "What goes around, comes around" and "If someone calls you a duck, ignore them. If two people call you a duck, think about it. If three people call you a duck, start quacking." Some of the axioms still work, but there comes a time for us to move on to not-an-addict life eventually.) Scott, you are officially notified it's time to move on from there.
 

Jimbone

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Wow,so many good posts and awesome advice.

Addictions effect your destiny. They also bring shame. Some seem to make a clean break,and just have scars to deal with. Others get on the merry go round of sin,regret,repent over and over,in a never ending cycle.

Get a resolve. Get mad at the drugs and the devil. Develop a REPULSION concerning that THING that is stalking you.

Show it no mercy. You will find that "triggers" are real,and you can actually. Flip it over to your advantage.

For example ,you may be passing by a certain business,and get an overwhelming urge to get high.

PAY ATTENTION.

NOTICE THE TRIGGER. Say to it "you know I told you everytime this stalks me I am gonna make you pay"

Now,start interceeding for family,friends,and lost people you encounter.

Flip it over to your favor. Watch it diminish before your eyes.

The Holy Spirit supplies anointing,power,for ministry.

Develop your calling. Begin to move in it. You will receive extra power.

You see,after years of abuse,strongholds develop.

Those things leave tenticles in their victims.
SEVER THEM. CAST THEM OUT. MAKE THAT MESS GET OFF YOU. DETERMINE " I WILL NOT GO BACK,I AM NOT PUTTING UP WITH THIS"

Watch,as God moves to your side.

It is said God will pass over a thousand people to get to the man of faith.

Feed the word to your spirit.

They asked the old Indian who got saved a few weeks back "how are you"

He replied "I see two dogs fighting inside me one is white,and one is black. (good and evil)"

They asked "which one is winning?"

"which ever one I feed the most" he replied.
Amen brother, God was the ONLY way I was able to change that radically, and put all that stuff behind me, but I still have to keep going back to Him, and Him alone, anytime and every time I start thinking about that stuff even still. Guess what? He works every time. All glory to Him and none to my weak tail that tried 1,000 times to quit by my own will and failed. I know to the carnal mind that seems like foolishness, but I will testify that it is the only way I've ever seen or witnessed actually worked long term.
 
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You know I've noticed something about your post. Not matter what problem a person is asking about, no matter what the situation, you always point them somewhere other than Christ. "Oh your freaking out and have no one to talk to and there are no Christians in you family or town? Go see a doctor quick. Oh you are an addict? Find a new hobby." You do realize that Jesus is literally the answer to everything as a Christian right? I mean I am sure you have the best intentions, and are truly trying to help, but a Christian pointing everywhere but Christ just seems weird to me. I know this issue very well personally, and Jesus is the ONLY answer to it. I hope I didn't come off too hard and hope you have a nice day, I just noticed that going through a few threads today.
20,000 other people are giving that line, why repeat?

And, yes. Jesus is the answer, however, praying for hubby's back to heal didn't quite work out like getting him to the ER to find out the back was broken and then put on the back brace to heal it. Jesus is the answer, however, contacting Welfare to help us survive when we were only living on $839 a month really helped out too. That was part of Jesus' answer. And, Jesus is the answer to insomnia, but to sleep it really helps if a doctor is in the picture. Jesus designed life like that.

I've got something you obviously don't have -- life experience. I can tell when a freak out is more than "Satan is after me." Really bad when someone supposedly brand new in the Lord knows about "oppression by spirits" already. That doesn't come by conversion. People do not go berserk at conversion, so, yes, there is something physically wrong with that person. Experience taught me that.

I'm really into what God has asked us to do -- love one another. Love is not "I will pray for you and God bless" when the person is having real life issues. It's pointing the person to who can help. If need be, a doctor. If need be, a food pantry. If need be, how to make some money to pay that bill. If need be, just something that lets people know they aren't all alone with only God to talk to.

I get no strength in God with "I will pray for you, God bless." I get strength from people who realize I'm a real person on the other side of the screen who needs help now!

I'd apologize for offending you, except I'm not sorry. "I will pray for you, God bless" just never did the same thing as, "It's okay, Lynn. Sometimes bedsores are unavoidable. Don't get wrapped up in suing." You'll get there one day when life goes horribly wrong and you need help from others you don't even know.

Sometimes "a nice day" is a day we get through in one piece. Thankfully, Nicole gets that. Nicole is no longer hanging on by a thread, but the rope is rather thin and frightening. I assume she knows God is at the top of that rope pulling her up. I encourage her to come up with something -- a plan, a passion -- that stops her from noticing the hole and leads her to love others and get love from others too.

Been there. Remember the feeling. Letting her know there is more and it is good.
 
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How are you doing today Nicole20? Ive been praying for the Lord to break the chains of addiction and for Jesus to give you strength! One day at a time sweet sister. One day at a time. Write me if you need me.

Gods grace does abide
 

Jimbone

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20,000 other people are giving that line, why repeat?

And, yes. Jesus is the answer, however, praying for hubby's back to heal didn't quite work out like getting him to the ER to find out the back was broken and then put on the back brace to heal it. Jesus is the answer, however, contacting Welfare to help us survive when we were only living on $839 a month really helped out too. That was part of Jesus' answer. And, Jesus is the answer to insomnia, but to sleep it really helps if a doctor is in the picture. Jesus designed life like that.

I've got something you obviously don't have -- life experience. I can tell when a freak out is more than "Satan is after me." Really bad when someone supposedly brand new in the Lord knows about "oppression by spirits" already. That doesn't come by conversion. People do not go berserk at conversion, so, yes, there is something physically wrong with that person. Experience taught me that.

I'm really into what God has asked us to do -- love one another. Love is not "I will pray for you and God bless" when the person is having real life issues. It's pointing the person to who can help. If need be, a doctor. If need be, a food pantry. If need be, how to make some money to pay that bill. If need be, just something that lets people know they aren't all alone with only God to talk to.

I get no strength in God with "I will pray for you, God bless." I get strength from people who realize I'm a real person on the other side of the screen who needs help now!

I'd apologize for offending you, except I'm not sorry. "I will pray for you, God bless" just never did the same thing as, "It's okay, Lynn. Sometimes bedsores are unavoidable. Don't get wrapped up in suing." You'll get there one day when life goes horribly wrong and you need help from others you don't even know.

Sometimes "a nice day" is a day we get through in one piece. Thankfully, Nicole gets that. Nicole is no longer hanging on by a thread, but the rope is rather thin and frightening. I assume she knows God is at the top of that rope pulling her up. I encourage her to come up with something -- a plan, a passion -- that stops her from noticing the hole and leads her to love others and get love from others too.

Been there. Remember the feeling. Letting her know there is more and it is good.

Well good for you, I guess you were blessed with powers many of us lack. I was simply pointing out something that came across wrong to me. I just saw a bunch of answers and accusations, yet not a work about Jesus. I seem to have offended you. I apologize, but we also get the most defensive when we are confronted by the truth. I am sorry to hear you and your husband went through trials like that, and am glad you had God to get you through it. I didn't break my back, but did lose the use of an arm in a motorcycle wreak, so I know about hardship a little bit too. Honestly that was what led me to Him so I am very grateful I faced all that.

I don't know you, nor what you think or believe, just what you post. I just made that observation from reading a few of your post right in a row and noticed that all your answers seemed to be in and of the world. In my case all the welfare, insurance, government programs, and therapy left me out in the cold, broken and wanting nothing but death, but hey if they worked for you then praise God, regardless Jesus comes first, once you're right with Him He will lead you to all the other things you need, and you just left Him out in every comment I read, so please don't get angry with me for sharing my perspective as well. No hard feelings and have a great day sister. I hope your husband is doing good as well.
 

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Well good for you, I guess you were blessed with powers many of us lack. I was simply pointing out something that came across wrong to me. I just saw a bunch of answers and accusations, yet not a work about Jesus. I seem to have offended you. I apologize, but we also get the most defensive when we are confronted by the truth. I am sorry to hear you and your husband went through trials like that, and am glad you had God to get you through it. I didn't break my back, but did lose the use of an arm in a motorcycle wreak, so I know about hardship a little bit too. Honestly that was what led me to Him so I am very grateful I faced all that.

I don't know you, nor what you think or believe, just what you post. I just made that observation from reading a few of your post right in a row and noticed that all your answers seemed to be in and of the world. In my case all the welfare, insurance, government programs, and therapy left me out in the cold, broken and wanting nothing but death, but hey if they worked for you then praise God, regardless Jesus comes first, once you're right with Him He will lead you to all the other things you need, and you just left Him out in every comment I read, so please don't get angry with me for sharing my perspective as well. No hard feelings and have a great day sister. I hope your husband is doing good as well.

Ya know it's so true.. Jesus is the answer to everything, and of course he is the creator and sustainer of all things, He knows all things and provides all things.. He will do for us what he needs and the best way he knows... Because that's who he is... If he uses a doc he uses a doc, But ultimately it's him through him... Addiction is not a physical illness, It's a spiritual issue that no doctor or rehab or anything else can fix.. Only when come to him with complete open hearts sores scars and all will we see the chains of addictions being broken.. He is the great physician.. Nothing on this earth truly heals, only masks or reduces the symptoms for a short while. Bless u my brother. Love your post. Jenna...
 
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Well good for you, I guess you were blessed with powers many of us lack. I was simply pointing out something that came across wrong to me. I just saw a bunch of answers and accusations, yet not a work about Jesus. I seem to have offended you. I apologize, but we also get the most defensive when we are confronted by the truth. I am sorry to hear you and your husband went through trials like that, and am glad you had God to get you through it. I didn't break my back, but did lose the use of an arm in a motorcycle wreak, so I know about hardship a little bit too. Honestly that was what led me to Him so I am very grateful I faced all that.

I don't know you, nor what you think or believe, just what you post. I just made that observation from reading a few of your post right in a row and noticed that all your answers seemed to be in and of the world. In my case all the welfare, insurance, government programs, and therapy left me out in the cold, broken and wanting nothing but death, but hey if they worked for you then praise God, regardless Jesus comes first, once you're right with Him He will lead you to all the other things you need, and you just left Him out in every comment I read, so please don't get angry with me for sharing my perspective as well. No hard feelings and have a great day sister. I hope your husband is doing good as well.
A shame really.
1. I'm headed toward 5,000 post and it's not like I hide who I am. Personally, I would have checked up on a person first before bringing some complaint on a post requesting prayer by someone else.
2. I'm glad churches and Christians filled in when you needed them, because they left me out in the cold. (Feel free to check into my views on governmental organizations helping people where Christians fail.) What you got was far better than what I got, but what we got helped us hang on when we needed something.

Right now, Nicole is still struggling to regain her footing in her old neighborhood. The absolute hardest part of getting out of the druggie lifestyle is going home for the first time after rehab. I really would point her to a church that would stick with her without judging her and putting her to work so she feels a part of the family, but I know of no such church that I can guarantee is like that no matter where you live in the country.

You have a better story in the Christian community than I have. Maybe you can tell her which church would do that for her. My denomination does ministries, but which kind of ministries where tends to be so different I really just can't tell her to go check out my kind of church. Some of the churches just aren't ready for anyone under 40 who isn't upper-middle-class with the worst life experience being someone's car battery died once. (Ahhh, come on! Got to admit that was funny. lol)

So, if you can give her a place that you know she'd fit in, that too isn't mentioning God, but it sure is pointing in the right direction for what she needs now, right?

She lost her old community, even if druggies aren't the most reliable sort. Got a new community of the reliable sort she can begin to trust? That's what she could really use now, and I've got no clue how to give her that.
 
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Ya know it's so true.. Jesus is the answer to everything, and of course he is the creator and sustainer of all things, He knows all things and provides all things.. He will do for us what he needs and the best way he knows... Because that's who he is... If he uses a doc he uses a doc, But ultimately it's him through him...
I was going to click "Like" for this up until this point, but then you had to keep going.

Addiction is not a physical illness, It's a spiritual issue that no doctor or rehab or anything else can fix.. Only when come to him with complete open hearts sores scars and all will we see the chains of addictions being broken.. He is the great physician.. Nothing on this earth truly heals, only masks or reduces the symptoms for a short while. Bless u my brother. Love your post. Jenna...
The hell it isn't! Are you also the kind of person who sees a jumper on a building and starts the "Jump jump jump" chant? Because that is the meanest, nastiest thing I've ever seen anyone EVER write on this site.

You're telling this on a thread for an ex-heroin addict? Are you NUTS? It IS addicting -- physically, emotionally, and mentally. (No stats on spiritual, but then again God is, so spiritual is a whole different thing that can't be statted.) You just told Nicole it's no big deal.

It IS a big deal. Where were you when she went through PHYSICAL withdraw? Where were you hours before when she knew she was about to go through it? Where were you afterward when her mind was stuck between "want-it-want-it-want-it" and "wow, I feel so much better now. But do I like this?" The withdraw hurts so bad, you can't imagine. Even after that the want-it sticks hard. So hard it's a different kind of hurt. There's a whole mind thing that has to happen to face the mere possibility of life apart from that damn drug. There's a reason most go back to it. It's a whopper of a struggle and truly God really is the only answer.

But you know what sucks? When you ask for prayer and somebody comes along to tell you "it's not as bad as you think it is. It's all in your spirit. You don't need anyone but Jesus."

Any time I have ever heard that line of junk tossed out, the one speaking it goes back to their normal life, quite pleased they did the Rah-rah thing, while the person struggling then gets two choices -- believe it and then fail. Or don't believe it, keep trusting God, and through his strength manages through day by day barely making it through each day until the moment when she realizes, "Wow! I just made it through a whole 24 hours without once thinking of that drug." (Nicole, keep at it. I promise that day will come.)

Do NOT do crappy pop-culture Christianese in front of someone struggling. It's the meanest thing you can do ever!



Nicole, one thing you really need to learn quickly is when to buy the advice and when to bypass bad advice. This was a moment when bypass is essential. This is NOT all in your head. Good for you for seeking help. Trust that help, because this is sometimes the other "help" we get stuck with. It is NOT you. You did not deserve this advice. I pray you understand that about your drug addiction. And your counselors understand the consequences of drugs and what has to happen next than anyone on this site. That also includes me, simply because it's been decades since my battle, and drugs have changed so much since then that all I know is they're much more potent than they were back in the 70's.

You're slaying the dragon! (That's what we called it back in my day. I hope the terms haven't changed that much since.) That is so noble, so brave, and yes, you ARE doing just that with God's help.

The dragon got bigger since my day, but remember God is your sword and gives you the strength to wield it. I do remember how hard it was, and I never did heroin, so you're slaying a bigger dragon than I can ever imagine.

I give you Matt. 19:26 for your motto, because that is the difference between you and "most."
 

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I was going to click "Like" for this up until this point, but then you had to keep going.


The hell it isn't! Are you also the kind of person who sees a jumper on a building and starts the "Jump jump jump" chant? Because that is the meanest, nastiest thing I've ever seen anyone EVER write on this site.

You're telling this on a thread for an ex-heroin addict? Are you NUTS? It IS addicting -- physically, emotionally, and mentally. (No stats on spiritual, but then again God is, so spiritual is a whole different thing that can't be statted.) You just told Nicole it's no big deal.

It IS a big deal. Where were you when she went through PHYSICAL withdraw? Where were you hours before when she knew she was about to go through it? Where were you afterward when her mind was stuck between "want-it-want-it-want-it" and "wow, I feel so much better now. But do I like this?" The withdraw hurts so bad, you can't imagine. Even after that the want-it sticks hard. So hard it's a different kind of hurt. There's a whole mind thing that has to happen to face the mere possibility of life apart from that damn drug. There's a reason most go back to it. It's a whopper of a struggle and truly God really is the only answer.

But you know what sucks? When you ask for prayer and somebody comes along to tell you "it's not as bad as you think it is. It's all in your spirit. You don't need anyone but Jesus."

Any time I have ever heard that line of junk tossed out, the one speaking it goes back to their normal life, quite pleased they did the Rah-rah thing, while the person struggling then gets two choices -- believe it and then fail. Or don't believe it, keep trusting God, and through his strength manages through day by day barely making it through each day until the moment when she realizes, "Wow! I just made it through a whole 24 hours without once thinking of that drug." (Nicole, keep at it. I promise that day will come.)

Do NOT do crappy pop-culture Christianese in front of someone struggling. It's the meanest thing you can do ever!



Nicole, one thing you really need to learn quickly is when to buy the advice and when to bypass bad advice. This was a moment when bypass is essential. This is NOT all in your head. Good for you for seeking help. Trust that help, because this is sometimes the other "help" we get stuck with. It is NOT you. You did not deserve this advice. I pray you understand that about your drug addiction. And your counselors understand the consequences of drugs and what has to happen next than anyone on this site. That also includes me, simply because it's been decades since my battle, and drugs have changed so much since then that all I know is they're much more potent than they were back in the 70's.

You're slaying the dragon! (That's what we called it back in my day. I hope the terms haven't changed that much since.) That is so noble, so brave, and yes, you ARE doing just that with God's help.

The dragon got bigger since my day, but remember God is your sword and gives you the strength to wield it. I do remember how hard it was, and I never did heroin, so you're slaying a bigger dragon than I can ever imagine.

I give you Matt. 19:26 for your motto, because that is the difference between you and "most."
Im kind of not sure how u got all that from what I wrote ??? How was I mean there I don't understand ?
 
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I'm 20 years old and I got hooked on heroin when I was 16. last year I entered a Christian rehab for a year. During my time in the program I truly saw the love and the power of God (considering I had known nothing of Him before this). However, I got out and came back home in April and it's been a huge struggle being back in the world after a year in a sort of safe bubble. I still read my bible and pray everyday but come night time I'm crying myself to sleep feeling like I'm being crushed by these temptations.. I never thought staying clean would be this hard and I know if I use again I WILL die- it was only a matter of time for me. I'm scared of relapsing.. Please pray for me and maybe give me some scriptures I can meditate on or just an encouraging word, it would mean so much. Thank you.
I used to be an addict and I can tell you that the world tries to convince people that drugs are cool and being sober is boring. However, I suggest to you that there is a eutopia in a sober mind that walks with Christ correctly that no amount of drugs could ever compare to.
 
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I'm 20 years old and I got hooked on heroin when I was 16. last year I entered a Christian rehab for a year. During my time in the program I truly saw the love and the power of God (considering I had known nothing of Him before this). However, I got out and came back home in April and it's been a huge struggle being back in the world after a year in a sort of safe bubble. I still read my bible and pray everyday but come night time I'm crying myself to sleep feeling like I'm being crushed by these temptations.. I never thought staying clean would be this hard and I know if I use again I WILL die- it was only a matter of time for me. I'm scared of relapsing.. Please pray for me and maybe give me some scriptures I can meditate on or just an encouraging word, it would mean so much. Thank you.
Dear brother. The place of darkness you have been released from is beyond the comprehension of most people. You are made of Teflon brother, Jesus has made you non stick. He made me non stick. I sat in that hole and pulled the chains around me because I thought they would be comfortable, because they were familiar to me, but they were not familiar.

I was made a new man in Christ Jesus as you are. I have found that pearl of great price and given all to obtain it and will fight to the death to keep it as you should and will in Him who gave everything for us. His yoke is easy and His burden is light, and I know if a person has never felt a heavy burden it is hard to understand what a burden is but you and I know the weight of such things and I pray for you.

My heart weeps for you to know Jesus the way I do and to feel His power within you so you can do the work He has pre-ordained for you to do. I have not done this for so long a time and when I wrote these things down I never understood why. This is the Jesus I have come to love more than my life;

Wonderful, Counsellor, The mighty God, The everlasting Father, The Prince of Peace.

He is called "called" (Caw raw) 'bidden' 'called forth' 'invited' (by your request) wonderful "wonderful" a 'marvellous thing' 'a thing of wonder' (Pele) counsellor "counsellor" 'to be an advisor' a 'consultant' to 'deliberate and resolve', to 'guide and devise a course of action'(Ya-ats) mighty "mighty" 'champion', 'chief', 'mighty one', 'valiant one'(ghib bore) God "God" The almighty', 'deity', 'great in power and strength'(El) everlasting "everlasting" 'a period of time repeated, eternally' (Ed) father "father" literally 'father', 'the chief father' (Ab) prince "prince" 'head person', 'captain' 'general', 'governor' (sar) of peace "Peace" 'wholesome', 'happy', 'prosperity', (Shalom)

May God bless you and keep you and bring you His peace.
 
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Im kind of not sure how u got all that from what I wrote ??? How was I mean there I don't understand ?
I think she just likes to try and start trouble with you...maybe because you are a Brit?
 
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I'm 20 years old and I got hooked on heroin when I was 16. last year I entered a Christian rehab for a year. During my time in the program I truly saw the love and the power of God (considering I had known nothing of Him before this). However, I got out and came back home in April and it's been a huge struggle being back in the world after a year in a sort of safe bubble. I still read my bible and pray everyday but come night time I'm crying myself to sleep feeling like I'm being crushed by these temptations.. I never thought staying clean would be this hard and I know if I use again I WILL die- it was only a matter of time for me. I'm scared of relapsing.. Please pray for me and maybe give me some scriptures I can meditate on or just an encouraging word, it would mean so much. Thank you.
what a powerful testimony, and something that I can relate to myself. The battle is truly in your mind, the physical addiction is no more. To fight the war in a persons mind is to do what you have mentioned, fill your mind with Gods word meditate upon it, and pray, I will pray with you daily if you will commit to the same, to prayer, and reading for 5 minutes a day from the gospel of matthew , mark , luke, or John...so that your mind has food and a sword to fight your battle. as much as we forget sometimes, God is well able not only to deliver us from such circumstances, but sustain us in sobriety. I can testify to you my friend, there is a point when it will no longer be a struggle, and opposite of what many programs would teach you, you are not who you were, you are NOT always an addict, there is absolute freedom in the one you have chosen to turn to. refuse the earliest thoughts, refuse to remember the blissful feeling of the high, instead remember it as you see it now death, "brown", is death. But as a living testimony, it is far less powerful than the lies it tells us...and NO power in the presence of Jesus Christ, believe that it is true.

God bless you feel free to message me privately anytime. I'm gone for periods of time but will always respond to you.
as soon as possible. I will be praying for you and hopefully with you :)
 
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Im kind of not sure how u got all that from what I wrote ??? How was I mean there I don't understand ?

When Jesus is where you stand firm and hold to as the truth, Just as Jesus promised several times, insults, mocking, slander ect is yours, rejection by the world....yet you and I both know..IT IS WELL WORTH STANDING FIRM IN TRUTH !!! Jesus is absolutely the answer loved all you had to say sister. blessed are you when folks come against you, proof that you are just where you are meant to be in Christ :) and those who are the possession of Jesus Christ will recognize the truth He has given to you, that you are to let it shine, God bless you lass :))
 
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When Jesus is where you stand firm and hold to as the truth, Just as Jesus promised several times, insults, mocking, slander ect is yours, rejection by the world....yet you and I both know..IT IS WELL WORTH STANDING FIRM IN TRUTH !!! Jesus is absolutely the answer loved all you had to say sister. blessed are you when folks come against you, proof that you are just where you are meant to be in Christ :) and those who are the possession of Jesus Christ will recognize the truth He has given to you, that you are to let it shine, God bless you lass :))
Jesus didn't go off and tell the blind man he's not blind. Jesus didn't go off and tell the lame they aren't lame. Don't lay this on Jesus. This isn't mocking Jesus. This isn't even mocking. It angers me so much when people go off and simply make something up just to prove something completely unrelated to what's going on -- twice now. (Three times, if I wanted to count Mit, but do I really want to count something so far off the wall, I don't think the wall can be seen from that distance? Apparently Mit sees nationalities quicker than I notice them. lol)