I do believe that worry is a sin, because it shows a lack of faith in God. But what does this mean for someone with an anxiety disorder?
2007-02-06 09:49:38 · 17 answers · asked by isayssoccer 4 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
*Sighs* Okay, I think I could have worded this better... Victor ious is right, Jesus did worry. It's hard to explain what I meant...
2007-02-06 10:12:45 · update #1
Worry is not always a sin in itself. It can sometimes be a result or a symptom of sin... but there are also physical disorders that could cause a person to experience anxiety or depression. Without getting into a huge discussion about neurology or physiology, suffice it to say that you are oversimplifying by calling all worry sin. Now... to address common everyday worry that results from a non-physical stimulus. Yes, I believe worry as a chronic, habitual reaction to trials or testing is sin. Unfortunately in our current psychiatry-obsessed culture, we want to treat symptoms rather than causes. If indeed there is a physical cause, it ought to be treated medically. However, if this is a pattern of behavior, it can only be resolved with behavioral and spiritual change. I think Peter's approach to the subject should guide our thinking. He doesn't come down heavy-handed and call on the worrier to repent and "buck-up" by faith. Instead he remindes the worrier of God's compassion and invites him or her to "cast all your anxiety on him, because he cares for you." (I Peter 5:7) Anxiety or worry is often simply a characteristic of an immature believer whose faith has not yet been proved and strengthened by trial. Spiritual maturity is a process not a destination. If you or a loved one are facing anxiety, seek help from a spiritual advisor who is also willing to consider possible physical factors. And most importantly, ask God (the great physician, and the forgiver of sins) to instruct, forgive, heal and restore you.
2007-02-06 10:11:19 · answer #1 · answered by Scotttie 2 · 1⤊ 1⤋
I have an anxiety disorder and my faith in God has nothing to do with the disorder. All one can ask for with this disorder is the guidance from God to help them through each anxiety attack they may have. Each individual is created different from the next and if everyone were perfect then were would that leave God? That the beauty of being who we are. By living each day to it fullest and over coming the challenges but before us.
2007-02-06 10:01:03 · answer #2 · answered by Debra N 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
An anxiety disorder is an illness.
God does not see an illness as sin.
This is different to just worrying about the everyday stuff.
2007-02-06 09:52:56 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 5⤊ 0⤋
Then you're saying Jesus was a sinner. Jesus worried (was concerned) for his followers as evident in his prayer to the Father to keep them safe. You do not ask for the saftey of anyone if you are not concerned about them - not worrying for them.
So by your logic and your own setting the standard of sin apart from the Bible which guages sin - you consider your word better than the Bible's. The Bible never said that worry was a sin. That is going far beyond whats written to satisfy your own ego.
And pride in yourself, to think you can now design what makes a new sin.., is.., in itself..., a sin. Pride is a sin. The Bible says so, not me.
2007-02-06 10:08:18 · answer #4 · answered by Victor ious 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Worry is not a sin. The Bible says "worry about nothing", but its not a sin. If you have God in your life then you would have faith and not worry. Everyone worries sometimes but with faith in God, you can overcome it.
2007-02-06 09:55:08 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
We are all sinners; we can't avoid it. I might avoid worry on one hand, and hate someone's guts on the other hand.
The anxious person should bring his/her anxieties before God and talk openly about them with him. God knows where our minds and hearts are. It will be no surprise to him, and he is compassionate about our struggles.
The anxious person should also talk to a trustworthy counselor, clergyperson, therapist, or mature friend.
Peace be with you!
2007-02-06 09:55:29 · answer #6 · answered by MNL_1221 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Yeah, because telling them they are also sinning will really really help the anxiety go away, won't it?
2007-02-06 09:52:11 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 0⤋
God is merciful. He forgives us. That's the good news. Of course the mature way to see that is to be thankful and do your best but it is not a license to sin. True believers want to please God. God has grace for our weaknesses.
2007-02-06 09:55:32 · answer #8 · answered by handsomeworshipper 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
They are not true Christians.
1 Peter 5:7
Casting all your care upon him; for he careth for you.
2007-02-06 10:06:26 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
worry is not a sin, everyone worries
2007-02-06 09:51:48 · answer #10 · answered by ? 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋