Also, I would ask any who TRULY think God never leaves or forsakes us to explain how, when for months when I was 12 I was raped by an adult, with NO help from anyone, certainly not God. I'm too tired. But I do have confidence in one thing: God meets me where I am. God bless you. All his children had died and even his wife turned her back on him but God called him to repentance and restored him. He will never leave us, even though we might leave Him for a season. Im at the end of my rope. God understands this. . The truth, whether we feel like it or not, is this: In Christ, God has already given you an A+ in the class of life. I feel the same. Hi, CRL. I'm talking to a bee. will he forgive me for this evil Ive thought and done? I am going through so many afflictions. Who would have a hope of salvation. The Father loves us with an everlasting love and he wants us to Trust and believe REGARDLESS of our situation. Jesus said there is no one who is good but God. When he calls on me I will answer: I will be with him in times off, Hi people.i read the comments and am going through a similar situation. His precious child. Anyhow, I dont care anymore, what will happen will happen. Be clear that the greatest love of all, is a love that's freely given. Sadly, many people believe that Gods given up on them, thattheyve committed far too many sins, but here are four signs from the Bible that God hasnot given up on you. But now, Im positive that God left me. Sometimes we think we are strong Christians when we do not realize on what weak legs we stand. Remember Jesus who was and is innocent died for you so you can have the privilege to call God father. Thank u for this caring and thoughtful article Tim. I am hanging on by a string. Ask for a prayer, good will, positive intention for yourself or someone you know. New Get the daily Faith In The News Story in your FB messenger. I also know what it is to talk to Him and He answers me. God is never on vacation. The same is true of our prayers and actions. God gives love. The peace, love, joy and the wisdom felt in the presence of the Lord returned, restoring my soul. And then here's his prayer: "May God Almighty grant you mercy before the man, and may he send back your other brother [Simeon] and Benjamin. What is the significance of Jesus saying, I am with you always even to the end of the age (Matthew 28:20)? Thats enough for me. even though my circumstances make me feel God has left me I truly try to hold on , although it feels like I have only a thread. Eternal life is solely because of His grace. Home He is a being with thoughts feelings and a personality. Jesus did not deny Peter; Jesus restored, I dont know if youre still around but I was wondering how youre doing. If so could we chat? The Bible says, "No man can please God without faith.". All rights reserved. Believe and receive that is the new covenant! I am. Are you self centered or Christ centered? There is a God. He is not a dumb statue that fulfills request. Thank you , I keep feeling like this has happened to me, but I keep praying and seeking God, church, and serving others when I can. He promises to forgive those who ask, and repent. And no, God has most definintly not given up on you! Tims AnswerThough it may seem that you are banished forever from that feeling of intimacy with God, actually the situation is not nearly so dire. Jesus said this is eternal life to know you and Jesus Christ whom you sent into the world. Im a sinful so called christian. I since discovered I am a victim of domestic violence. 3. Either he doesnt love me, or he isnt there at all. Dont give up! Please friend, read the Bible yourself. be grateful. Ive seen Gladness come to hundreds. The opposite is very true.. October 2, 2018 Sharon Jaynes "However, as it is written: 'What no eye has seen, what no ear has heard, and what no human mind has conceived' the things God has prepared for those who love him." 1 Corinthians 2:9 (NIV) I was sitting on the balcony, listening to excited squeals and splashes as children played in the swimming pool below. Please push forward! And the early church was slaughtered relentlessly. I never knew the scriptures actually said we had to repent AND be baptized. Im weak, where have you been for me. I agonize with you in your struggle. But they say suck it up. I got low scores at my finals and God sent a prophet to me and she spoke over my life. I wish I could cease to exist.l. At a prayer dinner, some ladies prayed with me and said that God will use what the devil tried to kill me with to become a beautiful testimony to share with others. I wasnt perfect either and thought I was hanging I there wirh God. Because great is your reward in heaven. Have you been putting things/people above God? Over and over the Psalmist expresses the pain of feeling separated from God. Please dont give up on God! He did those things to you not God. I am dying fast. Because we lose our lives here does not mean there is no hope. I mean, you're a bee! That is what God is doing. We walk by faith, not by feelings. His love never changes, and He loves you just as much today as He did when you first gave your life to Jesus. If the job you are at is forcing you to lie, you need a new profession friend. By Billy Graham I have learned through much heartache and loneliness to trust God. I am sick if hearing from other Christians (who are so perfect that God always talks to and answers their prayers) that this is just God testing me or helping me grow. When Jesus died on the cross, He said, "It is finished" (John 19:30) and so a person is forgiven as a gift (Ephesians 2:8-9) through faith (Romans 3:28) on the basis of what Jesus did. I was disobediant to God several years ago and have gone down hill since then. Relentless: The Unshakable Presence of a God Who Never Leaves by Michele Cushatt. I am asking for prayer.God called me and I didnt recognize Him. God bless you. I can't forgive myself. Always remember that feelings can mislead. He does not come to us because we are good, but because we need deliverance. . Its not easy words, but they are honest. Pray harder than ever and believe His Word! Growing up in the green room of SNL, being born to a fire-eater and adopted by a SWAT cop, having internal organs explode, and adopting a deaf girl from China, Scarlet Hiltibidal has been given some strange life experiencesand lived in fear through most of them. I am heartbroken, absolutely shattered and I have no more hope left. Seek his face first and you will receive his hands. This is a bit of a surprise to me. Absolutely!!! That isnt against him. And trust that He will give you His Holy Spirit to live a holy life. I cried. But God commands us to renew our minds (Romans 12:2). My dear Kate, If you had blasphemed the Holy Spirit, you would not care what state you are in. I feel the same way, can you pray for me please.I got out of the Lords will and cannot get back.. God said he will never leave u nor forsake u it is us that leaves him get back to him and stop blaming him for mistakes u made fast and pray thats how u get back to him. Seek Him for Him! Its frustrating, You need to seek him with all your heart! Praise the Lord. Some of our partners may process your data as a part of their legitimate business interest without asking for consent. Thank you. Jesus said, "Whoever comes to me I will never drive away" (John 6:37). You do not need God. God has given me over to a reprobate mind. I have always had health issues with thyroid problems.I have always struggled with anxiety and depression but the Lord always helped me to get better. But the Greek work that we translate as discipline has nothing to do with punishment; rather it is a word meaning to train a child. What does it profit a man to gain the whole world and lose his soul? And looking back, I can certainly attest that I am not the same person I was several years ago as I sat in the doctor's office discussing different side effects of antidepressants. From diagnosis to recovery. God are you there? NO, NO, NO, A THOUSAND TIMES NO!!!! He came to me and I didnt recognize him. I dont feel like I have any Fruits of the Spirit. All of them! Make sure your seeking a path to secure your salvation and build Gods kingdom. I tried to fight with scripture but the doubt and evil thoughts continued to expand. My heart is hard. I have no joy, peace, patience or kindness. The law proves it God knows it! I got sick about a month ago and started doubting everything. We arent from this world so the Lord is going to make us go through fire to really see if we are all about him or if we are just living a religion. He commands us to set our minds on things above (Colossians 3:2). That healed my depression. If men of God and the patriarchs erred and God redeemed them, HE HAS REDEEMED YOU TOO! He chooses who to bless and who to let suffer. I think many times we read the Hebrews 12 passage and think that the passage only is speaking about God punishing the sins of our lives. From Gods standpoint, it is never too late to turn to Him for the forgiveness we needand the reason is because His love for us never changes, and He yearns to forgive us and welcome us into His family. So the Lord departed. BGEA is a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. For those who follow Jesus there is a purpose in suffering, it is for the growing and testing of our faith. He never leaves but is always watching and allows their earthly foundation to fall apart just so that he can rebuild his. But Jesus told Peter that he would, in fact, deny Him three times (Matt 26:34). It is not a struggle with the sovereignty or goodness of God. What ever you ask for in prayer believing you will receive it you shall have it! I know he has left me.Please pray he will give me another chance. Never means never. No,an engraving is permanent and is there to stay. Though we may not see him working, it does not mean he isn't. There have been many times in my life. And if it wasn't for you. I plead with God to give me back his spirit . But did you know that God has engraved your name on the palm of His hand? Why should the good be tested and not the bad? He wants us to learn to walk by faith, not by experiences or feelings. (But I must admit, usually by the end of step 2, I find that I have reconnected. I have cchronic depression and I have dogs that are all I have as my family could care less. Yeah. And, did not God uphold that promise AFTER David committed these trespasses? Dear Brothers and Sisters. John 16:33. It is THE reason we rely on His ability to be unchanging. The devil makes us feel separated from God. May the Father and His Spirit guide you more deeply into the love and experience of Jesus, who suffered for us leaving us an example that we should follow in His steps (1 Peter 2:21). . What must you do? Once we receive Jesus Christ, His Spirit comes to live within us. If there is some sin that comes to mind, I confess it. Sometimes I read some of the great passages of Scripture on Gods character. He cannot lie. And now I feel like Im beyond hope. I really think that. I feel all alone. We cleave to him. If you are seeking The Lord with your whole heart, those doors are closing because it is not Gods will for your life. God has not left you I am struggling with know that I am saved and I am learning how to trust him even though I dont feel saved I am because the Bible says so and if you trust God he WILL get you through this even though it seems hopeless.Just trust God ask him to come and he will.You will make it through if you trust him. These are commands that come to us as children of God. Tired of living and afraid to die. The Bible says those who come to Him must believe that He exists and that He is a rewarded of those who DILLIGENTLY seek Him. I feel hopeless like I should just give up. He gave His only son in YOUR PLACE! Youre engraved on the palm of His hand, and He will never, ever leave you or forsake you. Because God doesn't give fear. The thoughts of suicide are with me every day as the pain of my children and Gods spewing me out has thrown me into a Dark hopeless pit. you are right. You state that you hardened your heart against God and now you find that your heart is no longer tender towards God as you would like it to be. I believe if I told you my sin, you would say Im guilty of the unpardonable sin. I cant feel the Spirit flowing through me anymore like it used too. Even during this time, do not give into sin and those bad thoughts that intrude. I encountered many supernatural encounters and just today i encountered 3. Believe first, then your feelings will follow. Choosing to embrace thoughts of good (Philippians 4:8) and the things above (Colossians 3:2) rather than those tempting thoughts of sin is what maturity in Christ is about. Or when where we have no control. I am one of those who He has never blessed. "God will give up on me because I keep repeating the same sin." Answer (1 of 52): When He takes the Holy Spirit away from you. i am a single mother with a very seasonal job and was recently diagnosed with a chronic disease and cant even afford the treatment. That was a little weird. He loves you and has provided all things for your salvation you have been given everything pertaining to life and godliness,. Sometimes we have to just keep praying! Jesus paid for your healing on the cross. All of it, not just the beginning. I was a high ranking soldier in His Royal Highness army. For Three scores of years, I successfully advised many, that mans total duty is to glorify God and anything else we do apart from this is quite secondary. I struggle with other people in school and Ive asked my parents to move me to online school. God is NOT a liar. Have you heard the story of Job? Believe that He paid for your sins! I grew up in the church. That all was going to turn out ok. That was back in 2013 it is coming up on 2016 and my life seems to be stuck in a bad place. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window), Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window), GT Royd graces our website with a new article about luck. Billy Grahams 9/11 Message From Washington National Cathedral. read my previous reply on suffering. Testing is to make us stronger. If not a post about Hosea seems right, he doesnt leave us he will only wait until we are broken of our own ways. I dont feel gods presence. The most simple formula on how to be savedthe initial conversion experience: John 3:3-5; Matthew 16:18,19; Acts 2:38; Galatians 1:8,9 May Jesus help us as believers to begin to get on the SAME page beginning with how one is born againit is a very real experience and one will KNOW when it happens to them! I forgive you. Which we need to run the race . Declare it out loud to yourself and believe it! Local: 704-401-2432 As I have told many people, we draw close to God by memorizing and meditating on His word, by prayer and praise in our everyday lives, and by serving others as He has taught us. In one of my favorite verses in the Bible it says, I will never leave you nor forsake you (Heb 13:5b). I started looking u?p ways to be healed like reiki hypnosis crystals and even thought of selling my soul just so we wouldnt die. People have free will to do good or evil because true love can only be birthed out of free-will as well as the understanding of love. Please read my other comment to Nae below, as well as this one. But He allows suffering to continue for the full number of those who will be saved. I use to bang real hard,but then I started going to church. My greatest struggle in prayer is rooted in a deep corner of my heart I often don't want to acknowledge exists. I'm alright for now, I think, uncaring but alright. I get so scared God has given up on me. I really would like to know. So dont give up! I graduated with top score 82% with dream of getting a job or scholarship after graduation but I couldnt happen, I very disappointed that God cant help me when I need him, people are trolling me regarding being unemployed while I got first mark as excellent student. I feel empty, scared, joyless you name it. I didnt feel God no matter how hard i tired. Fifteen years of abuse. I just feel like I sinned in an unpardonable, unforgivable way. Bust first your mind must line up with the word of God. I would have, if I'd been in His place. Isaiah 41:10 says, "Fear not for I am with you: be not dismayed; for I am your God. I wish I wasn't so horrid. Im sorry to hear about your pain. My tears have squelched out my vision. God does not love me any more, why doesnt answer my prayers?? But we are under a much better covenant! I am struggling like a lot of the stories in here, but Im not giving up in Gods mercy. No other place will heal, Ohh how I understand your pain ,,,,, God is good,,,,,would you hold a grudge against anyone,who May have wronged you,,,would not you forgive them,,,if you being a human can be so good why would be there be any reason for God to hold a grudge,,,,,,thats is a sin,,,,,,He casts your sin to the depth of the sea and remembers it no more,,,,,this doubt is of your own,,,you are consenting to the devil who comes like a lion to devour anyone whom he may devour,,,,,overcome it by making a promise to yourself to think only thoughts that are true (that good God has forgiven you) and holds you accountable for sin no more,,,,come out of this my brothers and sisters jn Christ and know that Lord is kind and merciful ,for Christ came to show u Gods, I have been. But you must ask in faith. The Son had not been separated from the Father in all of eternity! I am so happy knowing God spirit is working or dwelling in your heart, which i do not feel now. I know that the Bible is Gods Word and that Jesus is Gods Son and that He gave He gave the Holy Spirit to dwell in those who believe. Are you breathing? No loving God would make his child suffer as bad and as long as I have. God bless you. I believe & pray but why my life is so miserable. God must have given up on me long ago. How many of the Psalms are Psalms especially addressing such times? What the governments and the humanitarian organizations preach as peace is only the peace of this world that is temporary but the perfect . Isolation and loneliness leaves me in despair. Its been awhile. God has given me over to a reprobate mind. Am going through the toughest part of my life for 15 months now, thank you for sharing, already feeling stronger and better, God bless you. God works in ways we dont understand but its for his glory and for our benefit. Its time to believe God. Ive gone to church my whole life and even when Im there I feel like hes left me. 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