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I dont know really how to talk about the problem I am currently facing. I haven't self-mutilated in a long time, but unfortunately I let extreme levels of stress, frustration, and depression get the better of me today. I thought this was something I had defeated and I never thought I'd allow myself to do it again, but I got weak and with no excuse I let my sin get the better of me... idk if anyone can relate to this or not but I hope maybe someone can pray for me that I can find the strength to not let this happen again...
 
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Father God I thank You for this young man, he is fearfully and wonderfully made in Your image. He is a treasure to You, and so precious to You that You sent Jesus to die for him, to save him!

I ask that you would speak to him clearly how You see him, and what Your thoughts are towards him! Please rejoice over him with the song You sing over his life! Thank You for Him Father, I ask You to fill him with Your Spirit and fire, and lead him by Your Spirit in the good works You have prepared for him! Thank You, and may Your grace abound to him in everything. Thank You in Jesus name, amen

Zephaniah 3:17
The Lord your God in your midst,
The Mighty One, will save;
He will rejoice over you with gladness,
He will quiet you with His love,
He will rejoice over you with singing.”
 

RickyZ

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I used to know a woman who had a history of cutting herself. She was surrounded by demons, brought on by buying into the kaballa thing whole heartedly. Well, here's the whole story (this occurred some time ago):

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My friend Vicki is spiritually very strong and sensitive, even more than she knows. I knew from what she is involved with (heavily into Kabala) that the ‘darkies’ (I don’t like the word demons because there’s so much misinformation and mis-guided thought about them) were present around her. The first time I went to visit her they kept their distance while we chatted. But the moment I stepped out her door, two of them escorted me down the hall, down the stairs, into the street to my car, and watched me drive away. Plain as day, they don't even try to hide from me anymore because they know God's made me discerning of them.

When I prayed for her (and I mostly pray in the Spirit), I often got this visual impression where it's night time, and I'm elevated like up in a tree to where I can see across the rooftops. Off a mile or so is her apartment building. Buildings usually give off some ambient light, but the light from her building was much brighter than the surroundings. Bright enough that it shines up upon the bottom of what at first looks to be some very dark tumultuous clouds. But looking closer, I can see it is instead a thick black swirling cloud of dark spirits. They're like a ginormous nasty swarm of mosquitoes, just looking for way in to draw blood, being held back solely by the light.

So one night I'm praying for her, and it’s concerted prayer; the swarm is thick and heavy and really agitated - pressing in to the point where they were smothering out the light. I got a sense of real urgency, that something really bad was happening. So in the Name of Jesus I travailed in prayer to bind and silence and swat at a few of them. But I was just one man against a swarm, definitely outnumbered. So I commanded angels to fight and occupy the enemy; and I saw angels start charging into the darkness. And then I command more of them to move in and get her out and to a place of safety. And I see more of them rush off into the scene. And so that is how I fight, in the Spirit of God claiming the Authority of Christ to bind and silence the darkies; and commanding the angelic host to go and do battle and occupy the them while others get in and get her out. And I'm watching this happen in my vision; I don't ever see her, but I see the heavenly forces rushing off to do battle against the swarm.

So the next day I'm talking to her, and before I can say anything she starts telling me about how she has always had trouble dealing with certain critical issues. They had been recently piling up and squeezing her to the point where she was starting to come apart and have a panic attack over how she was going to deal with them. She confessed that she’d dealt with it before by cutting herself (including her wrists) and that last night she was ready to do it again. Then she said, 'it was so weird, because all of a sudden this voice started telling me to get out, get out, leave, and something grabbed me by the arms and dragged me out of the apartment and down to my car.' She ended up on a bench at the beach where a Bible she found and people she encountered helped her find peace with the issues.

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Point is, what you describe is the result of a spiritual stronghold. Breaking that requires fasting and much prayer warfare. And confession/removal from such influences. Search your heart, and God, for the wisdom and knowlege and discernment of what enslaves you.

I will be praying for you.
 
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Thank you for the long story, though I do not understand it or what you're getting at really.
 
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rose1200

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Know there is HOPE even if you feel there isn't...

Think of what started you off gambling, was it boredom, escapism/distraction from life issues you didn't want to face, money issues, alcohol use? Don't feel ashamed, just acknowledge you have a problem to deal with.
Maybe in the mean-time , maybe leave your atm card at home, or with a trustworthy person?
Don't chase your loses, cut them.

The whole gambling industry exists because the odds are geared so this big evil machine makes money that goes God knows where, my guess is to the corrupt , Mafia etc.

It seems many have an initial win which seems to hook them.

There are some good psychology websites that help such as Mark Tyrrell's www.uncommonhelp.me
which help people understand why they do certain things.

I too have/had an occasional fling with gambling on horses every Saturday a few
years ago when I was earning decent money, I know now I was probably tempted by the
evil one, as we all are , after having an initial win.
After losing a total of $700 I swore to God if I won that money back, I would give up,
& guess what!?...the next Saturday I won $700- then lost it over the next few weeks, so there's an
obvious moral to this story...I only have $50 on the Melbourne Cup.

But wait, there's more! I gambled on property investments that seemed a great idea at the time ,
lost tens of thousands, time effort, jeopardised my income as I got offside with one of the shift allocators because of it forgot I had a shift. Whatever could go wrong , seemed to eg developers in the area didn't let up, building continually, forget the controlled releases of land , so I've had to get out quick, before my properties had to compete with a multitude of increasingly better, newer properties.

I would have been debt free now if I hadn't bought those two houses! I felt depressed , foolish, embarrassed,
& try not to think of "what-could-have-been"& what I could have done with the money instead Eg I haven't been
on a holiday in years. I'm refusing to let it get me down, I'm closing that door I've prayed for guidance
& feel God will direct me to a better life even if I don't know where.(just re-joined the Church in November)

I've read stories of people who've gambled their money away at the pokies & lost their houses, they're evil places, parasitic criminals that prey on the unwary, God knows where the money ends up & where it should have gone.

I'd google websites for gamblers such as of course "gamblers anonymous",
just saw something on youtube by Paul Riback , a reformed gambler, now he helps others.

GoodLuck, I'll pray for you ;)



 
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Know there is HOPE even if you feel there isn't...

Think of what started you off gambling, was it boredom, escapism/distraction from life issues you didn't want to face, money issues, alcohol use? Don't feel ashamed, just acknowledge you have a problem to deal with.
Maybe in the mean-time , maybe leave your atm card at home, or with a trustworthy person?
Don't chase your loses, cut them.

The whole gambling industry exists because the odds are geared so this big evil machine makes money that goes God knows where, my guess is to the corrupt , Mafia etc.

It seems many have an initial win which seems to hook them.

There are some good psychology websites that help such as Mark Tyrrell's www.uncommonhelp.me
which help people understand why they do certain things.

I too have/had an occasional fling with gambling on horses every Saturday a few
years ago when I was earning decent money, I know now I was probably tempted by the
evil one, as we all are , after having an initial win.
After losing a total of $700 I swore to God if I won that money back, I would give up,
& guess what!?...the next Saturday I won $700- then lost it over the next few weeks, so there's an
obvious moral to this story...I only have $50 on the Melbourne Cup.

But wait, there's more! I gambled on property investments that seemed a great idea at the time ,
lost tens of thousands, time effort, jeopardised my income as I got offside with one of the shift allocators because of it forgot I had a shift. Whatever could go wrong , seemed to eg developers in the area didn't let up, building continually, forget the controlled releases of land , so I've had to get out quick, before my properties had to compete with a multitude of increasingly better, newer properties.

I would have been debt free now if I hadn't bought those two houses! I felt depressed , foolish, embarrassed,
& try not to think of "what-could-have-been"& what I could have done with the money instead Eg I haven't been
on a holiday in years. I'm refusing to let it get me down, I'm closing that door I've prayed for guidance
& feel God will direct me to a better life even if I don't know where.(just re-joined the Church in November)

I've read stories of people who've gambled their money away at the pokies & lost their houses, they're evil places, parasitic criminals that prey on the unwary, God knows where the money ends up & where it should have gone.

I'd google websites for gamblers such as of course "gamblers anonymous",
just saw something on youtube by Paul Riback , a reformed gambler, now he helps others.

GoodLuck, I'll pray for you ;)



I don't think anything in the OP's post said anything about gambling problems..
 
Oct 29, 2013
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Know there is HOPE even if you feel there isn't...

Think of what started you off gambling, was it boredom, escapism/distraction from life issues you didn't want to face, money issues, alcohol use? Don't feel ashamed, just acknowledge you have a problem to deal with.
Maybe in the mean-time , maybe leave your atm card at home, or with a trustworthy person?
Don't chase your loses, cut them.

The whole gambling industry exists because the odds are geared so this big evil machine makes money that goes God knows where, my guess is to the corrupt , Mafia etc.

It seems many have an initial win which seems to hook them.

There are some good psychology websites that help such as Mark Tyrrell's www.uncommonhelp.me
which help people understand why they do certain things.

I too have/had an occasional fling with gambling on horses every Saturday a few
years ago when I was earning decent money, I know now I was probably tempted by the
evil one, as we all are , after having an initial win.
After losing a total of $700 I swore to God if I won that money back, I would give up,
& guess what!?...the next Saturday I won $700- then lost it over the next few weeks, so there's an
obvious moral to this story...I only have $50 on the Melbourne Cup.

But wait, there's more! I gambled on property investments that seemed a great idea at the time ,
lost tens of thousands, time effort, jeopardised my income as I got offside with one of the shift allocators because of it forgot I had a shift. Whatever could go wrong , seemed to eg developers in the area didn't let up, building continually, forget the controlled releases of land , so I've had to get out quick, before my properties had to compete with a multitude of increasingly better, newer properties.

I would have been debt free now if I hadn't bought those two houses! I felt depressed , foolish, embarrassed,
& try not to think of "what-could-have-been"& what I could have done with the money instead Eg I haven't been
on a holiday in years. I'm refusing to let it get me down, I'm closing that door I've prayed for guidance
& feel God will direct me to a better life even if I don't know where.(just re-joined the Church in November)

I've read stories of people who've gambled their money away at the pokies & lost their houses, they're evil places, parasitic criminals that prey on the unwary, God knows where the money ends up & where it should have gone.

I'd google websites for gamblers such as of course "gamblers anonymous",
just saw something on youtube by Paul Riback , a reformed gambler, now he helps others.

GoodLuck, I'll pray for you ;)



I said nothing about gambling nor have I ever gambled. But thank you for reading my post and posting a relevant reply
 
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Tree58

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I hope that our Lord Jesus keeps you safe with the problem you have going on...in Jesus Name
 

RickyZ

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Thank you for the long story, though I do not understand it or what you're getting at really.
Sorry, what you said about self mutilation reminded me of that situation, and it was a quick cut and paste from the archives. But I know better than to just throw something out when I don't have the time to tie it all together.

Your body is the temple of God. Anything that would make you want to mutilate/cut/pierce/tattoo your body is an effort by the enemy to defile the temple of God. Just as if they had driven someone to enter the temple and piss on the alter back in the day. This kind of demonic oppression/possession is usually pretty entrenched. See, when you make yourself a demon's servant by doing it's wishes in sin, you give it a leash on you. And it will yank that leash every chance it gets. Especially if you're fighting it.

It helps to identify the demon in cases like this. Just like when Jesus asked the demon it's name. Names denote position and authority; in this case the answering demon's name was legion, because it had a position of authority over a horde of them. That could be why Jesus sent them into the swine, knowing the herd of pigs could absorb the herd of demons (?). So knowing what it is that has a hold of you can help. You find that out by prayer and meditation, and fasting, and professional help if need be. Pray for discernment of the spirits, and in Jesus' Name may the Holy Spirit gift you with discernment.

Confession is the first step to loosening the bonds. Coming before the Lord to confess brings cleansing, in part because most demons won't make the trip there with you. If you know of things specifically rebuke them, and beg forgiveness for the things you do not know. Claim the Blood of Jesus, shed to cleanse and heal you, pray the Holy Spirit flow through you, to fill and refresh and occupy you (remember the one about the demons who return after being evicted to see if the house is empty?). Ask God to set angels around you, to occupy the enemy and minister to you. And put on the full armor, fill your mind with God's Word.

This is war. Self mutilation has ties to and place in many pagan/satanic religions. Sure you may not be sitting in the middle of a pentagram when you get that tat, but don't think for a minute that you're not entertaining visitors unawares. Keep that in mind the next time you feel tempted - you're being watched... and goaded. Into defiling the temple of God.

These things do not go easily. They are often generational. Fasting and prayer is what it takes to break their grip. Wisdom and discernment are what help you target them. And bringing yourself back under the Authority of Christ is what sets you free.


Hope that helps.
 
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Sorry, what you said about self mutilation reminded me of that situation, and it was a quick cut and paste from the archives. But I know better than to just throw something out when I don't have the time to tie it all together.

Your body is the temple of God. Anything that would make you want to mutilate/cut/pierce/tattoo your body is an effort by the enemy to defile the temple of God. Just as if they had driven someone to enter the temple and piss on the alter back in the day. This kind of demonic oppression/possession is usually pretty entrenched. See, when you make yourself a demon's servant by doing it's wishes in sin, you give it a leash on you. And it will yank that leash every chance it gets. Especially if you're fighting it.

It helps to identify the demon in cases like this. Just like when Jesus asked the demon it's name. Names denote position and authority; in this case the answering demon's name was legion, because it had a position of authority over a horde of them. That could be why Jesus sent them into the swine, knowing the herd of pigs could absorb the herd of demons (?). So knowing what it is that has a hold of you can help. You find that out by prayer and meditation, and fasting, and professional help if need be. Pray for discernment of the spirits, and in Jesus' Name may the Holy Spirit gift you with discernment.

Confession is the first step to loosening the bonds. Coming before the Lord to confess brings cleansing, in part because most demons won't make the trip there with you. If you know of things specifically rebuke them, and beg forgiveness for the things you do not know. Claim the Blood of Jesus, shed to cleanse and heal you, pray the Holy Spirit flow through you, to fill and refresh and occupy you (remember the one about the demons who return after being evicted to see if the house is empty?). Ask God to set angels around you, to occupy the enemy and minister to you. And put on the full armor, fill your mind with God's Word.

This is war. Self mutilation has ties to and place in many pagan/satanic religions. Sure you may not be sitting in the middle of a pentagram when you get that tat, but don't think for a minute that you're not entertaining visitors unawares. Keep that in mind the next time you feel tempted - you're being watched... and goaded. Into defiling the temple of God.

These things do not go easily. They are often generational. Fasting and prayer is what it takes to break their grip. Wisdom and discernment are what help you target them. And bringing yourself back under the Authority of Christ is what sets you free.


Hope that helps.
This is much more clear to me. I thank you for taking the special time to explain what you were saying better. God bless you
 
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rose1200

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Whoops , you're right, I'd just woken up & must have been triggered by the 'Christiangamer' user name,
still there are some who might relate to it...
 

BenFTW

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I dont know really how to talk about the problem I am currently facing. I haven't self-mutilated in a long time, but unfortunately I let extreme levels of stress, frustration, and depression get the better of me today. I thought this was something I had defeated and I never thought I'd allow myself to do it again, but I got weak and with no excuse I let my sin get the better of me... idk if anyone can relate to this or not but I hope maybe someone can pray for me that I can find the strength to not let this happen again...
It is grace that will set you free. I want you to know that even in the midst of your cutting or self mutilation God still loves you. That very moment, in the very act, Jesus doesn't condemn you. The Word says, "Therefore there is now no condemnation for those that are in Christ." Are you in Christ? You aren't condemned. Next time you are feeling down like that, I want you to say aloud "I am the righteousness of God, in Jesus Christ. Right now, Jesus loves me. This sin, has already been dealt with at the cross, sin is not my master." Say it now christiangamer and feel the love. God loves you even in the midst of your sin. Say it again. "I am the righteousness of God, in Jesus Christ. Jesus loves me.'' Nothing, nothing will separate you from God's love.

Let the revelation of grace, set you free from such sin. The Word say, "Sin shall not have dominion over you, for you are not under law, but grace." Grace is what breaks the power of sin and by it, even in the midst of sin you are loved by God, He doesnt condemn you, and you are still righteous in His eyes. Praise him for it christiangamer. Are you a worshiper? Right now, just give thanks, let Him know how grateful you are for His love and grace, and who you are in Christ (the righteousness of God, and not condemned).

God bless.
 
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kittycat7

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Lord, give this person strength in jesus name.

If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness.




 

pickles

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You remain always, in my daily prayers in Jesus's name for all streangth needed and victory given in Jesus.

God bless:)
pickles
 

freed4ever

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You have it right you are in the image of God and we will have these battles one day unto the other, keep feeding your mind with the truth, Gods word and work his will each day, emotions will come and go you can not trust these but rather keep feeding your heart and the soul will follow in truth and wisdom, there are great and mighty works ahead of you which God will direct your path, let not the one that comes to steal your joy, peace no more with out fighting a good fight standing on the wisdom God has given you, grow into the man that you where created for and see what God has in store for you. God Bless and peace follow you where every you go