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Question

I have been praying today and on the way somewhere these bad thoughts came into my mind and made me tearful. I also had bad sciata in my lower back. God is awesome and sovereign and I have a lot to be thankful for.

When I was younger in my 20s I was very exuberant and ver "high on life" the ongoing joke at work and family was keep the sugar and caffiene far far far away from encourager so she cant reach it.
But now in my late 30s I am more calmerand I have slowed down a lot and I would love to have the passion and zeal back for life and God again because it is all good and a good life.

My question is is this normal to feel this way those of you in your 30s have you experienced change? What do you do when you sruggle with issues? What are godly ways to over come?

Answer 1

As we get older in the faith, we become a little less exuberant. That does not mean that we love God any less or we are less spiritual. It just means our body is aging and we are not as energetic as we were before. This is a new time in your walk with the Lord. You can still be passionate but now God will teach you different things. He is so good, you can praise him with your whole heart. Don't be discouraged Thank Him for everything and He will show you new and wonderful things. I will be praying for you .)

Answer 2

Think of it as the difference between sprints and a marathon. When I was a brand-new believer in high school, I was totally gung-ho about sharing my faith with others, but since I was still a new believer, I was still learning the basics and going through some major "growing pains." In the 20 years since then, I can't say that I've lost any zeal, but what motivates me is the depth of the relationship I've developed with the Lord. He's absolutely my best friend, and just as any of the rest of us know everything about and would do anything for our best friend, while we might not just jump up and rush off immediately to do something, we would have a very definite resolve to do things for our best friend no matter what it would take or what we would have to do to get to that point. Sometimes when you've been walking with the Lord for a while, you realize that a lot of the things He does help lay the groundwork for bigger things down the road, both in my life and in my ministry. So while I may be a little less outwardly emotionally exuberant than I was 20 years ago, the relationship that I've developed with the Lord since then has helped keep my focus on Him right on course.

If I can help answer any other questions you might have, feel free to e-mail me at [e-mail]. Take care.

Answer 3

Change in any way can cause us grief and it can make us a different person. I have fibromyalgia and have learned through the years that I need to choose joy- Joy isn't something that is natural- it comes from having a personal relationship with Christ. Pain, like your back problem can lead people to being tired and less energy-I know that my FM has. However through the years I have learned "I don't have to be the life of the party" to be used of God= just give him your pain and your lack of energy and you will be surprised how much you will be able to do, because it will be Him doing it through you. Passion does not mean, being HIGH ENERGY-it means first being committed to following the Lord through the time of pain, and growing older, and then you can find joy and people will be attracted to you because of your passion for God. Email me if you want to talk more,

Answer 4

I am soon to be 38 and I have really calmed down by the world standard. by God's standard, I am just getting started. I have been a Christian for almost 9 years and still have moments of slowing down. Just don't read into it too much. Do you remember all the things you did when you were on fire for Christ? Start doing some of them again. Read your Bible, call up friends from your church and go out for coffee, pray regularly. Just some advice from a person that has been and still goes through it too.

Answer 5

I'm in my early 30's, and have already noticed a bit of a drop off from my twenties. Most of it is because I don't exercise as much as I used to. I can't help you with the "godly ways" because I'm not a godly person, but I can tell you that a brief walk early in the morning does wonders to boost your energy levels. Perhaps you and your husband can do it together. That is, assuming your kids (if you have any) can be left unattended for thirty minutes.

Answer 6

You are on the right path and press on the mark of the high calling and you cannot go wrong. Yes I have felt this way many times and prays a lots and just wait on an answer. I too started experiencing change around that age too.

Answer 7

Aer you sure that it's a matter of losing your passion and zeal for the Lord, or are you gradually maturing in His service?

To me, it's like that first wild passionate love you feel for your spouse right after you get married. It's good, but in some ways, it's also a bit shallow. You really don't know the person as much as you think you do, and a lot of times, you're in love with the feeling of love.

Gradually, your love mellows and grows into something much deeper. You appreciate the person for who s/he really is, and you come to a deeper understanding of them after you've gone through some tough times together.

Maybe that's how things are with you and God right now. The original "high" of accepting Christ and serving Him is starting to mellow into a deeper love and understanding of Who He is. Many times people get caught up in serving the Lord, and they forget that all He really wants is your love.

I think the best way to handle this is to ask Him to show you what He wants for your life right now. Place all your concerns in His loving hands, and trust Him to lead you in the path that He wants for you. If something needs to be restored, He'll be the One to do it.

Just love Him and put your trust in His goodness.

Answer 8

When we feel our lowest, deepest and darkest despair, God is ever present and hears our cry. Feelings have nothing to do with God. In fact it may be the opposite. When we are poor or sick we need God. When we are financially well off, in love, healthy, we may not be thinking about God.

Let go and let God. I personally use that as my focus on seeing what God lets me deal with each day. I can get through it and if I trust in the Holy Spirit, I will be guided with my choices to be a better lover and forgiver of things that go wrong. In doing so, I honor and worship the teachings of Jesus.

Call on Jesus to give you challenges and also get up and go to church to thank the God that gave you today, the sunshine and air to breath. Know you may live to 121 so get busy.

Answer 9

I am a few years older, mid-40s, and a relatively new Christ-follower (2 years), though raised in a Christian home. I believe that Satan is attacking you, trying to cause doubt in your life. Satan doesn’t waste his time on those who walk far from God, mostly attacking those who believe. I often find myself under attack, as does my wife, usually when we are tired or not feeling well. Satan, knowing that Jesus is coming soon, attacks believers for spite, trying to cut them off from the Father. Don’t dwell on the thoughts and don’t try to fight it by yourself. Get in the Word or pray, either by yourself or with other Christ-followers.

There are many things that my wife and I do to fend off Satan’s attacks. Our home church is going through the Bible in a year. Reading passages every day becomes a habit which helps very much in this hectic world. Praying often, keeps one in God’s will. After you get up in the morning, schedule some time alone with Him and ask His will for you, ask Him to do your day with you. Remember, we may THINK that we know God’s will for us, but praying ensures this. I often talk with Him while showering for work in the AM. Keep your eyes open for His many small miracles around you and keep your ears open to what He is saying to you. (I find this often to be the hardest part, to tune into what He is telling me.)

Keep in touch with other believers; they can help ground you. Personally, I sing in a 60-member Men’s inter-denominational choir. My wife and I also meet with friends from another church that we attend on Sunday evenings. We met several years ago while attending a group for adult singles at that church, and remain friends with many of the group. In addition, we go out for supper with our friends, after Sunday evening service.

The most important thing is to pray and keep in the Word. He will heal you spiritually and physically. My wife and I have prayed that He will give you back the zeal for Him and life that you once enjoyed.

Answer 10

I think it is normal. As we age we slow down. When I am out hunting I wish I could keep up with my dogs like I used to. I think our passion and zeal for God can get stronger though. I think the calm brings us closer to God.