How can I be more confident Hebrews 10:35-36?

Question

I have been told that I put myself down too much and that I need to allow myself to be human and not be so hard on myself.

How can I love and respect myself more and still be a good christian example.

What are ways that I cam accept and "come to terms" with things that may never be or come to pass?

I feel ashamed that I need to take medicine to maintain my health and people can be very judgemental because the medicine is for my bi-polar condition I have had for 21 years, as a result the meds have made me chunky heavy and bloated.

I do work and I am in ministry and I am married to a wonderful godly man and I am able to drive and do the things like everyone else that I thought could not be done.

I just want to be able to love my self unconditionally Psalm 139
and enjoy every moment of my life living and serving God.

What are ways that you love and accept yourself?

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Answer 1

First and foremost, understand that you were created by God, exactly the way you are. Thin, heavy, chunky, yellow, black, white, and brown.

God takes our trials and helps us through them. You have a wonderful testimony inside you. Accept that this is who you are and use your testimony to help others who have not been able to come as far as you have. By doing this, you will not only help others, but you will continue to grow and walk closer to GOD.

It is such an amazing thing that God allows us to defeat our weaknessess and demons and then use that trial for his glory.

Remember to always be thankful for what is good in your life and also to be thankful for the storms, because they become great testimonies for others and glorifying to GOD.

Answer 2

I understand. I have been on an anti-depressant for years. Some of my Christian friends were concerned, and prayed for me to be able to be free of it. I only take it at certain times now when I am likely to have more stress. I understand that it is different from being bi-polar, so you may need your meds all the time. Don't worry about the people who judge you. They have not stood in your shoes and walked around in them. Jesus would not judge you. I think that is the main way I love and accept myself- knowing that Jesus loves and accepts me. Remember, God sees your heart. That is powerful to me. Also, I am reading a book now you might want to look into called "Boundaries," by Dr. Henry Cloud and Dr. John Townsend. It deals with just that issue-how to love yourself and set boundaries with others as a Christian. It has set some things right in my mind, and is helping me. I hope it helps you too. God bless you!

Answer 3

It's OK to ask for things. James chapter 4 says you have not because you ask not. I always append my supplications, however, with "Thy will be done". That way my prayer is always answered. If I don't get what I wanted I know the greater plan is being accomplished. Amen.

Do not be ashamed you take medications. We should do our best to maintain our earthly bodies until we get the new ones. Remember, they belong to God, after all. 1Corinthians 6:19

You're loved by God and an innumerable family of Christ.
He loved you before the foundation of the world. John 17:24
Your cup runneth over and you're a blessing to others.
His will is being accomplished in your life and you have His promise of an eternity with Him in unimaginable glory.
Sounds pretty good to me.

Give your hubby a great big hug. :>
God bless you.

Answer 4

I have felt this was before. I battled depression and took meds that worked for about a month and quit. I took every kind of med on the market with the same result. I was so fed up with it. I tried to fix it on my own and quit my meds cold turkey. I do not recommend doing that ever. It drove me crazier. I was constantly going to the alter praying for deliverance. Then God revealed in a dream that I still thought I could do it on my own. I haven't given it totally to Him. It was a powerful dream that showed me He wanted to deliver me. So I gave it to Him and He delivered me from it. Satan has tried to come back 10 times worse and there was I time I gave in again but it didn't take long for me to remember what God has done in my life and Satan was gone again. Just always remember how God has moved in your life. Never forget it.

Answer 5

Hi, TAKE YOUR MEDICINE!!!
I am also very bipolar and I take trileptal because without it I am psychotic. Never, never go off your medicine no matter what people say to you. Jesus does not want you having health problems just because some people don't understand mental illness.
Most people think it is just an emotional disorder but it is not, it is a physical problem related to epilepsy. If you need anything email me at my yahoo address. Ellie

Answer 6

Why can I love and accept myself (and others) the way I am, and the way they are? Because I know that Christ has called me, and loves me, the way that I am. I may sin, but a truely righteous man (not self-righteous, mind you), will cast off the sin knowing that the Blood of Christ that has covered him is more important, and has more power. Allowing yourself to be human can be a dangerous thought, if I'm thinking of it the right way...Jesus (I think) said "Be perfect, as your Heavenly Father is perfect." - that doesn't mean that God thinks that we will no longer sin, at least that isn't my interpretation of it. Christ's blood has made me innocent of evil (or sin) because of it's powerful cleansing, what else matters?

Answer 7

that is a good question. we are humans, we are bound to fail but God's love and mercy helps us. I take zoloft. I also take diabetic medicine. i need to take care of myself. the meds help. take one second at a time. we cannot change what we cannot control; but we can change our behaviors