ok, wierd but yeah (about mormonism)?

Question

Ok, i am doing this in the odd chance that a mormon will come across this. I have been raised mormon, but now i am faling away, not going to church, skipping seminary, not going to mutual, things like that. I have been feeling alot of anger towards the church cause in my mind it seems that whatever problem i have i am supposed to pray to god for help. Well, i suffer from depression and that hasn't helped me, and i have been struggling spiritually. Also, my friends who go to church hurt me alot with the way they act towards me and my 'issues' and stuff, so i think that may be why i am so against going now. So, what can i do to get back? Please though, no flamers or anythign, i would just like constructive advice and stuff. thanks to anyone that reads this. =>

oh crap, sorry, when i said flamers i didn't mean homosexuals, i meant people who just bash mormons and stuff. sorry if i confused anyone

Answer 1

I am a mormon. I did not grow up in the church, I was converted about 5 years ago. I have had depression most of my life. I believe that praying to God about it can sometimes help quite a bit, but sometimes we need more than that. I take antidepres-
sants to help with my depression and I have been in counseling before also. Maybe you need one or both of these things to get you through your depression. Your family doctor can assess you and determine if antidepressants can help you. There are LDS counselors that may be able to help you. You can find one by talking to your bishop. Whatever you do get back into the church and all that you were involved in there. Don't let the way others act around you bother you so much. They just don't understand what you're going through, but I'm sure they still care about you.
We are not promised an easy life because we belong to the church and try to live by the gospel, but we are promised a way to get through all things.

Answer 2

If you really are depressed and not just feeling temporarily a bit blue, have you considered that the answer to your prayers may be to consult a doctor and get help?

I have to say that I don't think mormonism is a very helpful sect for someone suffering from depression. Did you know that Utah has the highest proportion of citizens on antidepressants in the US? You're stuck in a double bind where you have a problem, are told to pray about it and then told that the reason it doesn't help is that you're not doing it right. Not very helpful IMO

Also the position of women in Mormonism is more than usually rotten - the CK doesn't seem like much of a place for women. Spirit babies anyone? Lack of priesthood? Not even getting the responsibility given to 12 year old boys.

Maybe the problem is Mormonism and not you.

Answer 3

I grew up in the Church in Nevada and when I left for college (BYU) I went through a serious bout with depression. I was extremely close to suicide. Depression runs in my family, and my parents recognized the symptoms and soon brought me home. I started taking medication. After a few months I was out of depression and after about a year and a half I was even back off the meds. But while I was going through the depression, I had a hard time focusing on the good things in my life, which were many. I've taught myself now how to overcome depression when I feel it approaching. I guess what I'm trying to say is that I don't think the Church is your problem, it's just what you're focused on. Try going to your family, bishop, doctor, social services, and get help. Depression isn't something you can overcome on your own. Keep your faith, and remember that God does love you.

Answer 4

Try LDS family services, they are located all over the country and will often visit certian ward chapels once a week. Try talking to your bishop and see if he has any good advice. Not sure what your full situation is, so he may help. Parents may be abe to help you as well. Depending on where you live, try another ward out for awhile, since your friends aren't helping a ton and see if it helps you at all. Also, doing the things you're currently not doing (seminary, church, scriptures, prayer) will help. I'll include a link to some material that may help in the "sources" box" hang in there. I've been through the depression thing, and the help available is good.

Answer 5

Congratulation!
I was a member, and I departed, when I saw close association to the Freemasons.
Billy Graham, who is a 33 degree Freemason, advised, not to join any church...Coincidental?
Freemason or not, I follow if only one of this advise.
I believe in God, Jesus as my Savior and the Holy Spirit! This is enough! Rad the Bible, get inspiration! That Good Book has all the answers.
Be a good Christian, and live like one, and God will guide you. I know, how miserable routine life to be a Mormon. Robotic fellowship lack fate!

Answer 6

you're a mom.? Holy crap. i'm 13 sweetie and the 1st time I have been given laid is whilst i became into 12. you're no longer a slut! you're an adolescent with loopy horomones. i'm no longer a mom, yet I probably would be whilst i'm in highschool. nicely you acquire laid as a results of fact Bradd enjoyed you and he have been given a large gamble to. i'm so sorry approximately Jayce dieing.. yet you arent an fool. life does not suck. look on the positives in this, no longer the negatives.

Answer 7

People seek religion for answers, comfort and understanding. If you're not getting it all from your current religion then maybe it's time to move on.

My suggestion is forget religion and just seek God on your own terms. In the end, maybe all we need is just the idea of Him. Screw the middle men.

Answer 8

Put away all religion, it only causes problems.
Build your relationship with God through Jesus.
I Corinthians 13;8a, Love never fails!!!

Answer 9

honestly, i have found that buddism is a very good way to heal the mind, body, and spirit. it doesnt impose itself upon others, or scare people into following it. it seems like a healthy way to believe in something. i wish you the best of luck. depression is a tough foe.

Answer 10

well if you're having trouble with your faith, maybe trying to get back to the church isn't the best idea. sort out your own beliefs, rather than just trying to regain old ones.

good luck and i hope this helps :)