Lifeisnot fair,I knew a brother who every time he took the Lord's name in vain would cut himself, when I asked him about it, I found out he was a catholic and did this to repent to God for what he had done, believing his work would help get him into heaven! When I asked him a scripture for this, he was pretty sly!!! Loll He used this one!!(Matt 18:19) LOL
I said if you followed in this brother, you would not have to cut yourself any longer just cut both your arms Off'. I laughed because when I said this, he said but brother I need them both!! LOL: ANYWAY! I am sad to hear that many do this practice, because for some it is a serious matter!! Some are in pain from because of what parents caused them mental of physical abuse, I myself would pull out my hair because of my earthy father pain he caused me, so I somewhat understand this!
The point is that no matter why one does this, the problem they have will not go away. My problem was solved in Jesus, TRUST!!! A most difficult concept!! After a month upon my salvation, as I was in prayer, Holy Spirit said," I took all the pain from you my son so you would never have to, just look unto me and stay in my Word when this temptation arrives, and I will comfort you." After about 3 days of doing this the temptation left me! So be encouraged and take comfort in our Lord Jesus!! My love and prayers for you comfort is upon you!! Blessing!!!