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Post by erik on Aug 31, 2006 19:40:40 GMT -5
This could really be a long story, but I'll put it in a nut shell. My OCD has made me hyper about Christianity ever since I became a Christian when I was four. I fell away from God for a little while, for various reasons, and then came back to God somewhat recently. One of the things that has plagued me for 'forever' has been myself trying to hard to 'please' God. But with help from my psychologist, and reading of various OCD books my OCD has been much better lately... Including Christianity. So, now I'm feeling relaxed and comfortable with my faith... But that makes me feel uncomfortable. You know the phrase, 'The more you suffer, the more it shows you really care.' Well I feel like I'm letting God down for not suffering to please him which I felt like I never was doing anyway.
So, it's basically a perfect 'Damned if you do, damned if you don't' seinario. If you could pray for my walk, and that I would be able to get a better handle on both my OCD and religion.
Also, any thoughts and comments are welcome.
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Post by spovz on Aug 31, 2006 23:28:51 GMT -5
'The more you suffer, the more it shows you really care.'  that's from an Offspring song... Anyways, I don't think everyone is necessarily supposed to "suffer" for God all the time in order to please him. I think the main thing you should focus on is to pray about what God does want you to do in life and try your best. You dont have to suffer all the time. I hope that helped a little... I will pray for you!! |
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Post by erik on Sept 7, 2006 16:46:27 GMT -5
Thanks, I appreciate your prayers... And I'm happy that you like The Offspring. Things are getting a little bit better, but I've still got a ways to go. Who doesn't though, right?  |
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Post by spovz on Sept 8, 2006 0:43:12 GMT -5
Yes, the offspring is greatnesssss. I'll keep prayin!
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Post by erik on Sept 12, 2006 21:26:31 GMT -5
Yeah, things are getting better... I think I'm finally 'understanding' grace.  |
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Post by nocompromise on Sept 15, 2006 6:57:49 GMT -5
Glad things are a little better for you, but I'm still praying.
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Post by erik on Sept 19, 2006 20:34:21 GMT -5
I seriously need to start reading my Bible again, but I can't seem to drag myself to get to it.... That's pretty much it for now. If you could continue to pray for me though I'd greatly appreciate it. |
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Post by erik on Sept 25, 2006 14:48:13 GMT -5
A very little bit... I'm working on it though.
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Post by nocompromise on Oct 1, 2006 19:59:44 GMT -5
Try to find some verses that really intrigue you and speak to you. There are times when I can read over verses a million times but not really get into it, but then I find one that amazes me and makes me want more...
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Post by erik on Oct 4, 2006 18:09:27 GMT -5
I'm working on John, and then going to move on to Acts. I'm reading more, and praying more too. Things are looking up... Thank you all for your continued prayers! |
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that's from an Offspring song...
