im a new christian i gave my heart to jesus but im having problems im getting greif for my beleafs and im struggling im finding it hard i go to church but i have a anti social disorder as well as bad deppression i cant talk to anybody as im very insecure around people
2007-05-01 03:52:27 · 20 answers · asked by SONNY G 1 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
You need to learn who you are in Christ. Get a book for new Christians. Get a book with scripture (Gods Promises) of who you are in Christ.
When one is born of God, born of His Spirit, cleansed by His Blood, joint heirs with Jesus, part of the Family of God; They are a new creation. The old sinful man is passed away & the new man alive in Christ forevermore.
Pray to your Heavenly Father for someone to come into your life to be a mentor to you in your Christian faith. Baby Christians need a big sister/ brother to encourage them.
The anxiety around others is because of old wounds that Jesus will mend. Don't try to explain yourself when you are anxious. Instead, explain it to God first giving all your cares to Him for He cares for you.
Remember that as a child of God, you can pray to your heavenly Father 24/7 in spirit & truth. When you are born of God, your are sealed with His Spirit (eternal life in you). Just pray to Father God first thing in the morning honestly from your heart, praying all things come to mind. Renew your mind, washing in His Word. This is sooo important. Because the Truth sets us free (from insecurity too). For God has not given us a spirit of fear, God has given us a spirit of Love, Truth, Assurance & of Sound Mind.
The devil tries to intimidate you with fear. Read Ephesians 6 to God in prayer. Let God's spirit of Truth reveal to you how to wear it. Remember that prayer is praying to the Spiritual Heavenly Father honestly from your heart. If you aren't honest, God wont listen. Pray toward Gods Blessed Assurance, that God loves you and will never leave or forsake you.
If you have any trouble, I probably have been there & asked God already. Just write me.
I pray & hope others agree in prayer, that you are blessed an overcomer above your own expectations. Who is he who overcomes? He who is born of God. And what is the victory? our faith. And God is able to do abundantly more than we can ask or think.
Read http://www.fathersloveletter.com .
Remember also, others will try to discourage you in your faith. The devil pushes buttons in people, even Christians. And they will falsely accuse you or tell you you aren't good enouph. If you know who you are in Christ. That when you are born of God, redeemed by His Blood, you are made the Righteousness of Christ. There is nothing you can do or not do to change that. When you pray to God honestly, God sees the rightousness of Christ. If you sin just confess it. His blood washes it away. Read 1 John 1. Many people try to be more righteous by doing this & that & get critical of others who aren't doing what they think is right. This is self righteousness and not Christ Righteousness. They get critical & judge the baby Christian; but they get mad and then they suffer because they are angry all the time. If you know who you are in Christ, their self righteous judgments won't bother you. Becaue what they think isn't soo much important. What matters is if it is OK with God, then God is pleased with you. It took me a long time to learn this when I first recommitted to Christ. I was hurt much. Also, others will curse & that can cause anxiety (it wounds). So imagine a boomerang coming your way, dipped in Gods love & returned to sender. The anxiety leaves. I first heard this from Donna Douglas (formerly the Hill Billy blond). Shes a Christian. I went home after the weekend at the ladies retreat. My husband jabbed me with a comment. I imagined the boomerang. The hurt left. And I looked at the fridge & said something about eating. I didn't try to defend my self or any thing. So, I know this works and it works every time. Because Jesus said to bless those who curse you. So it is submitting to Gods Word. Submit to God, resist satan, satan flees.
2007-05-01 04:09:24 · answer #1 · answered by t_a_m_i_l 6 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Wow, there are people out there like me!!! I have an anti social disorder and extreme depression. And it makes it hard. Being a Christian is NOT easy, because doing what is right rarely is. If someone gives you grief for how you believe then that’s on them not you. I'm not saying it’s easy but if others have a problem then it’s their problem. My social disorder is so bad a hardly ever go to church because it gives me panic attacks. But that kind of gives you an edge. Because instead of relying on what others tell you is the right way to believe, you pick up your bible and find out for yourself. You are not alone in this and you will be in my prayers from now on because I know how hard it is.
2007-05-01 11:00:30 · answer #2 · answered by Madi 2 · 4⤊ 0⤋
Lord Jesus as I come before your throne I bring before you Sonny. You see the situations here. Lord I ask that you reach down to this new Christian and relieve the anti social disorder. We rebuke it in the name of Jesus. We rebuke the depression in the name of Jesus. Lord we pray for an extra helping of Holy boldness for Sonny that will remove the insecurity. I pray that you bind those that are giving Sonny grief for believing in you and I pray that You bless Sonny in an extra special way today. In Jesus name we call it done and we give you praise, honor and glory for it all in Jesus name..Amen....
2007-05-01 15:16:25 · answer #3 · answered by lisaandpathailey 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
My prayers are with you... the power of prayer, singular or many... are powerful and God always listens... don't ever think because you don't get a blinding flash of light and instant cure for your depression that He hasn't heard... He has... and before you sleep... pray for yourself in needing help to strengthen your new faith... and pray for all those people who also need His help and intervention... and merely by this act... you will find peace.
My prayers are always answered... and I have been a true believer since God revealed His presence in my life at the age of eight in my first of many NDEs... and in surprising ways... some of which... have been miraculously answered and He has saved my life many times... and saved the lives of others whom I love.
Trust yourself to believe and trust God to deliver... I promise that He will... and it may not be obvious at first... He may send someone in your path whom will enable you to feel less insecure... and help you overcome the limitations of your disorder...
Remember this... you are not the disorder... you are yourself... and the inner you is free of all these problems... the soul you carry within is open to the Lord and to Christ... and the Holy Spirit... you've taken the first step and invited them all in... now trust... trust... trust... and let go of doubt and trust yourself as well:-)
Christian all my life... who's shared proof positive of God's intervention and protection... aged 62.
May God bless you and protect you... and release your insecurity and self doubt... and open up your soul to trusting Him entirely.
You do not walk alone... Christ is with you to the end of time.
2007-05-01 17:20:26 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
LORD,
I lift up Sonny G. I ask you to calm his soul. Give him peace, and strength to stand. I bind all negative feelings, and speak hope into his life. Jeremiah 29:11 - 14 promises us that you are there for us all the time, and will come to us when we call, I ask you to give Sonny a revelation of his place in your Providence.
In Jesus Name !
Amen
2007-05-01 13:38:56 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 0⤋
I pray the Spirit of God give you peace and joy in adverse times.I pray you find some christians to help and encourage you.I also pray the Spirit of God will direct you to a church you will fill part of or help you at your current church.I will add you to my contact list.
2007-05-01 11:52:16 · answer #6 · answered by robert p 7 · 4⤊ 0⤋
You have friends, all around. Opening up to us? Hopefully, will give you courage to do the same to someone in your Church. Then, you'll be must more willing to be a part of the Church. Good Luck, My Brother!
2007-05-01 13:54:34 · answer #7 · answered by Nunya Bidniss 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Lord Jesus, your word is faithful. Your word is true. Your word is power and life changing. Your word is our strength. Almighty God we pray in behalf of Sonny G asking you for strength and knowledge of your word. Lord we know you have a plan for Sonny's life and that when you call it is to complete your purpose and not to leave us in the wilderness.
Lord I pray for your spirit to guide Sonny G.
Lord thank you for what you are about to do.
Amen...
2007-05-01 11:11:42 · answer #8 · answered by Commander 6 · 4⤊ 0⤋
John 14:14 states If ye shall ask any thing in my name, I will do it. ALMIGHTY JEHOVAH GOD , I ask in the name of JESUS that you move by your spirit and your power and set free my brother Sonny G. I plead the BLOOD OF JESUS against the spirit of depression, oppresion, fear and insecurity. In JESUS name I rebuke every hindering spirit and release GODS HOLY SPIRIT, For God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind. (2 Timothy 1:7)
We all get grief for our believing in Christ Jesus but Romans 8:18 reads, For I reckon that the sufferings of this present time are not worthy to be compared with the glory which shall be revealed in us. and 1 John 4:4 states Ye are of God, little children, and have overcome them: because greater is he that is in you, than he that is in the world.
I once was anti-social and unable to speak to people, even dropped out of school because of all the people. I felt uncomfortable even with my own family at times, but by the power of God I am free from FalseEvidenceAppearingReal and insecurity, by having faith and giving myself over to fasting and praying. (Mark 9:29 ) And he said unto them, This kind can come forth by nothing, but by prayer and fasting. Isaiah 53:5 states that with his stripes we are healed. By faith I believe that by his stripes you are healed.
Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord, and in the power of his might. Put on the whole armour of God, that ye may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil. For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places. (Ephesians 6 10:12)
2007-05-04 00:53:01 · answer #9 · answered by chosen 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes Sonny, I just did.
Do you mean Social Phobia? That's when you are panicky around people?
Terrific answer from Tammy...
Message me anytime as I have had that too.*
2007-05-01 11:30:51 · answer #10 · answered by ? 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Prayers are going up as we speak,and do not forget to be at peace because if the Lord and Master got provocation so too will His servants.
2007-05-01 10:56:53 · answer #11 · answered by Sentinel 7 · 4⤊ 1⤋