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How should I live?

I feel very hopeless.
I hardly hear the voice of God.
I don't feel comforted by God.
I don't in love by God.
Despite professing to be a Christian and used to be attend church regularly.

Caught up in loneliness, insecurity, and same-sex attraction, i found myself with NO ONE to turn to. I have tried to confide in some christians before, but yet none had solutions for me.

I struggle to keep up a life of believing in God but yet full of pain, discouragement. I struggle, but my feelings always overwhelm me.

Desperate, i went to several christian websites for help. Up to now, I despise myself and my current situation. I find that no one truly understands me.

I need a solution.

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Jun 22, 2009

Hang On
by: Anonymous

I am so sorry that you are having such a hard time, and I am sorry that the church has not, thus far, met your need. Karen is right that solid Christian counseling cannot be underestimated in its use and good for you. I would also encourage you to seek resources that may help. Just don't give up, don't isolate, don't medicate. Reach and trust that Jesus will lead you to someone or something that will help. Please know that I am praying for you and will continue to. Don't give up! Jesus is hungry for your healing. Trust him, not anything man has done or not done. Lean into His great grace and try to trust, even when you don't want to. Sit in His lap, even if you have to kicking and screaming. Just don't move away. Hang on.

Jun 22, 2009

There is always hope
by: Karen

It is never easy when your life seems bleak and a constant struggle. You are obviously in pain, but taking the time to ask for help is a huge step in the right direction.

God has a plan for your life. I know. It sure doesn't feel like it today. But He truly does see your situation and He feels your pain. God wants you to be happy MORE than you do. Can you even imagine a God who is that awesome?

My advice to you is to go see your Pastor or a Christian counselor right away. Don't wait. If you can't afford one, talk to your church and I'm sure they'll connect you.

You need to talk to somebody on a regular basis so you can deal with all the things in your life that are causing such pain. Christian counselors are there to help you navigate through it all and find the answers you seek.

And the other thing is to immerse yourself in God's word. Yup, take out the bible. Start reading in the Gospel of John. It is God's love letter to you. Read how much He loves you and wants to be a part of your life. Read about His promises. Let them sink into your soul.

And lastly, find somebody who needs help. Get your mind off of you and onto helping somebody else. When you focus on helping somebody else, you don't have so much time to think about all your own stuff.

When you focus on taking care of somebody else, God will focus on taking care of you. He promised in His word and He NEVER goes back on His word.

Blessings,

Karen

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