besides the church since I don't have one yet. I'm feeling a bitter battle with the world. Christians you know how you aren't supose to live for the world. Well I don't want to, but I find myself living by it's standards.
2007-04-02 20:24:22 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
The bible is encouraging, I cant help but cry as I read the Psalms. Because David had a lot of the feelings I have felt. He was human and made mistakes and yet God was always there encouraging him for tough battles. I would go join a womens bible study. Those women are so kind and love to pray for you....The friendships grow quick in that forum. They would be great encouragers of faith and helping you walk in Jesus' way. You might want to go to church on Sunday mornings. Also get some Christian tunes, I love Christian rock. I have the songs on my Mp3 player, really encouraging.... Yes hard to live life without the world putting their standards on you. But I know you can do it and I will pray for you. God bless you. Hang in there.
2007-04-02 20:36:30 · answer #1 · answered by Ms DeeAnn 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Prayer and worship is always good. Just remember that there are two sides working for dominance at all times...your flesh and your spirit. Which ever side you feed will be the side that rules. And we all know ruling spirit is a happy spirit!
Can I suggest trying an Assembly of God...since you haven't found a church yet. There are many awesome denomination but in all my searches the Assembles have been my favorites.
2007-04-03 03:29:42 · answer #2 · answered by † H20andspirit 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
MANY people the world over seem to believe that the keys to happiness are a fancy car, a fat bank account, a prestigious career, a big house, and the latest electronic gadgets, along with an attractive figure or muscular physique. Yet, does happiness really depend upon such material and physical assets?
There has been “an explosion of research on happiness, optimism, positive emotions and healthy character traits,” says a special report in Time magazine. The results of such studies have been surprising to many. With remarkable consistency the evidence shows that people who are governed by the premise that money, fame, or beauty will make them happy are deceiving themselves. In fact, they are building their lives on a foundation that may be detrimental to their mental health and may even lead to their suffering depression.
In the United States, many people are richer than they have ever been. “But we are basically no happier for it,” says Time. Of course, the same could be said of people in other lands. China with its booming economy has also seen an alarming increase in unhappy people. There suicide has become “the leading cause of death in persons aged between 15 and 34 years,” says the quarterly Access Asia. One factor underlying this trend seems to be the pressure on young people to succeed in a tough and demanding secular environment.
Clearly, material progress does not diminish anxiety and stress; if anything, it heightens them. “Our very mode of life has now become our principal cause of emotional and mental instability,” concluded one university study. According to social-trends analyst Van Wishard, “mental and emotional health is the fastest growing component of health insurance for many companies.”
Even children are affected by our rapidly changing world. Books are now available for eight-year-old children that give them advice on “how to recognize the symptoms of stress and how to deal with it,” says Wishard. And according to a fact sheet on depression, diagnosed depression among children in a number of Western lands is increasing at an astounding 23 percent a year. Moreover, “pre-schoolers are the fastest-growing market for antidepressants.”
2007-04-03 03:54:28 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
try the daniel bible study by beth moore the first part, lives of integrity deals with what you are talking about.
(or you could just read the book of daniel but really take your time and read every word. its amazing what the bible really says when you take time to listen)
this link helps lift me up when im down but not sure it will help with the world issues.
http://www.fathersloveletter.com/fllpreviewlarge.html
2007-04-03 03:38:57 · answer #4 · answered by rachel5576 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
A quick fix Yahoo Christian Chat Room but a better one is www.inspiredfaith.org "Fellowship Room" its time is limited but the people really care and will Pray with you ,also they will Love you through anything your going through even death.
2007-04-03 03:36:40 · answer #5 · answered by MAJORJOYFULL 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Go to the Lord in prayer. Tell Him everything you are feeling. Then go where He leads you. Peace.
2007-04-03 03:30:11 · answer #6 · answered by superfluity 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Read the Bible, especially the New Testament. That's where I go.
2007-04-03 03:39:44 · answer #7 · answered by tracy211968 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yeah, I know how difficult it can be...
I will send some words of encouragement...
Psalm 23 (King James Version)
Psalm 23
1The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want.
2He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters.
3He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name's sake.
4Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me.
5Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies: thou anointest my head with oil; my cup runneth over.
6Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life: and I will dwell in the house of the LORD for ever.
This is one Bible verse that I read when I need encouragemnet...
2007-04-03 03:31:45 · answer #8 · answered by Adyghe Ha'Yapheh-Phiyah 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Well, start by leaving xtianity. It is nothing but a brainwashing scam. Seek some couseling and talk to some friends about how you are feeling.
Ohhh..and that praying nonsense won't help a bit......
2007-04-03 03:28:56 · answer #9 · answered by nicewknd 5 · 0⤊ 4⤋
socialise more, and try to mix with people from all cultures and religions, broaden your horizons, your mind, your abilities and your belief system!
2007-04-03 06:05:17 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋