Is it wrong to....?

Question

Is it wrong to want to die? I know killing is a sin, which would make suicide one also. But is it wrong fro me to feel like there's no purpose me in the world, wonder why i'm here, basically is it wrong to want to die? I know the bible says to have endurance and that the LORD will never put on you more than you can carry. But i fel like i'm the load to everyone else (people around me), a burden they shouldn't have to carry. Is that wrong in terms of faith?

Answer 1

The idea that you are a burden is self centered.

We all eventually will get to be in a situation where we can't do what we used to do and we will need help.

It is fine to desire to be with Jesus...but it isn't fine to make it happen. Death will happen when God decides.

You have no idea what value you do have.

I used to take my children to visit a nursing home on a regular basis. Most of the people were close to death. Some had Alzheimer's and would forget us as soon as we left.

Do these people have value. Yes! They delighted in seeing the children Sunday after Sunday...even if if was a new experience for them because of Alzheimer's. They loved the children...

Do you know what I found amazing? They could remember scripture and the hymns we would sing with them. They had that sunk deep in their hearts.

They have value because they are God's people. They have value because God has given them breath.

Of course, not all the people there were Christian's. They were old cranky people...but they too have value because God still gives them their life.

Every breath God gives to you is a sign that He still has work for you to do. He still has people for you to love here.

Answer 2

I would say that Yes, that is wrong in terms of faith. I feel the same way you do at times and I know that God has always brought me through to the other side of the pain. I am sure that if you would ask the people you speak of, they would tell you that you are not a burden. Satan likes to make you think that you are but he is the father of lies so just don't believe him anymore. Give it all to God and you will see a difference if you truly believe.
But you have to leave it with God and don't take it back.

Answer 3

Well... I been there done that...going through it right now... and I wish I had the answer you need... I need it too...

I am of The Christian Faith and I know God will not allow His people to be tested beyound what they can endure...But I still have doubts... I think this is "normal"... But that dose not help dose it?...

I do not know your circumstances... so can not be specific... But if you are of The Christian Faith then you already know you will have to endure... That dose not mean you should not seek help... though not from YQ&A... do you have a church home... Is there someone there you can trust to talk to... some one who is not going to blab it all over... if you are in very seriouse "downer" is there a state or local clinic you can go to for physical evaluation .... I am shor of time bu there is no reason to avoid secular help... always keeping God's Will first of course


I will pray for you in this... I know the feelings well...

Answer 4

I figure that if a life is yours, you can choose whether to keep it or not.
But...I doubt you have no purpose. It is not your fault you are here, so you couldn't possibly be a burden on your parents, family etc. It was their choice to have you, right? At any rate, avoiding the religious aspect of it, suicide is not a good solution to such a problem. You need to talk to somebody about this, call a hotline or something if you don't wish to speak to anybody you know. I'm sure you can find a reason to keep yourself alive.

Good luck :)
Please don't do anything rash.

Answer 5

Everyone has a purpose in life. You just have to figure out what yours is. There is not one person on this earth who hasn't experienced sadness and loss. There is always a reason why things happen and when they happen. We are supposed to learn from our experiences, that is what life is all about. If you don't want to be a burden on anyone, then don't be. Have faith that things will get better and start being proactive in your life. God helps those who help themselves. I live my life by that and it has helped me get through some very difficult times. Things will get better, but you have to want it and be willing to do something about it. Good luck and God bless

Answer 6

I'm not a very spiritual person, so I'll answer this question from a different perspective. I would ask myself this question: is there any single individual on the planet who would miss you? If yes, then you owe it to that person to live as long as you can. I have to believe someone would miss you if you weren't around.

Also, closely examine the reasons you no longer want to live. Are they legitimate? You may have problems in your life, but we all do, and there is always someone out there who has it worse. Suicide is not an answer, it only creates more problems for those around you who love you.

Answer 7

Keep the faith, it will get better. Your strength is being tested. It is more of a burden for the ppl around you that know and love you to know that you took your own life. Trust me I know. I saw my brother hanging in his closet and nothing will ever ease that grief, because I did nothing and now there is nothing that I could ever do to help him. I did not know his pain was so deep as he never voiced his pain. There is a purpose for you, just keep looking. You will never know if your life is over. Be strong and talk to the ones around you, they do not know the pain you are feeling unless you talk to them. I am sure none of them would rather you be gone for good.

Answer 8

Well, to me, I believe that if you truely do have faith in God, that he will not put on more than you can carry. I know that in my life, I have had times where I have been in the same situations as you are, and from personal experience, you do heal. Sure, you may feel like this for a while, but believe me, God has a plan for your life. Your life is a gift from the Lord, and believe me, he cares just as much for you and me as anyone else in this world. God will never let you down. He will always be there for you. Pray to him. Ask him to please calm your nerves and help you to get your life back in order. Please, Please, Please, don't let someone that might have done you wrong influence you enough to kill yourself. Growing up is hard, very very hard. Rely on God, he will see you through.

Answer 9

no one can tell you how to lead your life, but in the same breath are things that bad that you need to die....just look around you.... there are many people leading far worse life.... by being able to be on yahoo answers speaks for itself.... you have internet access and a chair to sit on, a computer to use.... many people don't even have that and much more......i won't talk/preach to you about God.... b/c if you truly believed in his love for u or your love in him, this would not be an issue for you.... faith over comes many things..... not only in respect of religion but a love of a mother for her child.... a mother will overcome illness to see her child graduate, tolerate the excruciating pain to see it all through.... what you need is to set for youself a goal in life.... you may not see a purpose for your life, but you have one, it take many years for some people to find one, but you will if you take the time to look.... just giving up like that will not solve anything.... you never know.... tomorrow you may land a great deal, which you could never have gotten if you gave up today..... i wondering what my purpose is all the time..... and I will find it.... I just need to continue on my path in life until it is completely in focus.....sometimes you feel you are given more than you can bare, but I believe you are given just enough to build you up to make you stronger.... I have been through a lot (not more than some, but more than many), and it has made me a stronger person when I got through it.... sometimes i just want to give up..... then I don't, and when a bright day comes along I am happy I do not just give up on live..... and if the people around you love you.... they will help to carry your burdens for you.... you are not an island...... if you need anything else..... just respond.....

Answer 10

that sounds like some sort of depression
you would become a burden if you were dead because people that love you would have such unbearable pain in their hearts and some i'm quite sure would be hurt forever . so if you look at it that way you will be all right i suggest you pray and give your troubles to Jesus and don't worry no more because if you ask and believe he will carry your burdens for you, just ask. that is so easy