im christian... and i pray every night although i dont go to church... but sometimes its hard to picture that God is there.. but i do belive in him.. is this normal?
2007-06-14 14:59:33 · 27 answers · asked by Anonymous in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
It's only human to question things. Everyone does it from time to time that's where faith comes in.
2007-06-14 15:01:59 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
You are absolutely normal. All good Christians aren't die-hard Evangelist who are in church EVERY possible day and devote 10% percent of their income to the church. If you didn't question your faith, I would think something is wrong with you. Don't put so much thought into the possibility of the physical existence but more into the spirtual guidance and security you receive from your faith. Just remember that your body will die with time but your spirit and the legacy you leave behind count for much more. You aren't doubting God - you are probably doubting yourself. Just do your thing, keep on praying and asking these questions. Knowledge will only strengthen your faith. God Bless!
2007-06-14 22:06:11 · answer #2 · answered by writerchic06 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes. Just remember that you are only human and cannot possibly understand God fully. You have to trust His Word over what you think and feel at any given time, because emotions fluctuate and the Bible doesn't always appear to be right. If you give it time though, the Bible always turns out to be right in the end. Sometimes it's our interpretation of a passage that's faulty.
But if you're a Christian, you should find a Bible-teaching church and go. You are part of the body of Christ, and just like your finger, if you cut it off, it will die and you will die spiritually speaking as well, meaning you will not be effective in your walk. If you really believe in the God of the Bible, then you would know that He wants you to have fellowship with other believers, and that the Church is very important to Him because it is the way that you do that. Of course, you should see them outside of just Sundays in the church building too. We are supposed to behave as a family; brothers and sisters you know? And of course, if you can find one that's compatible, you can marry another believer as well (although not within your biological family, yuck!). Other believers can help you interpret the Scriptures sometimes when you don't understand and they can just be a friend to you that doesn't usually want to hurt you. No one's perfect. We all need friends too.
2007-06-14 22:11:34 · answer #3 · answered by fuzz 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's TOTALLY normal to have difficulty having faith in God. Especially when things don't go the way we plan or think they ought to. When I lack faith I pray that God gives it to me and surround myself with the people who remind me that He has a plan and wants what's best for my life. On different note, don't let anyone ever judge you for not going to church. One doesn't need to attend in order to be a called a Christian, but I personally believe that it does help further one's relationship with the Lord. I hope this helps. God Bless!
2007-06-14 22:07:59 · answer #4 · answered by Kori spelled backwards is Irok 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I am going to be honest with you. It all depends on how you look at God. To me he is my best friend rather than a father. My past won't let me allow me to look at him as a father. It is natural to doubt. Everyone does that from time to time. What you need to do is just pray for help through it. He knows how hard and cruel this world can be just remember. He will never leave your side. He is always there helping you through anything.
God Bless!
Cassandra
2007-06-14 22:04:44 · answer #5 · answered by Cassandra B 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm kinda the same. I'm going through some tough times right now, and last night I asked why God was doing this to me.
I think that God understands when bad things happen to you, you lose some faith in him. I don't know if you're going through tough times, but no matter what, I think it's normal. God knows what you're gonna do or say befor you even do it.
2007-06-14 22:04:08 · answer #6 · answered by Jenna L 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You are a thinking human being and of course it is natural to question things! Especially, the existance of God! This does not mean that you are any lesser a lover of God than anyone else!
It is by faith and not by sight...remember? God bless you for asking this as it shows concern for your spiritual growth. Keep up your faithwalk and those doubts will be castaway!!
Blessings
2007-06-14 22:12:07 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Absolutely. I believe that your faith in a god cannot be true unless you have questioned it thoroughly. Put it to the test. At the end, whether your questioning makes you an atheist, an agnostic, or a firm believer.. you own it and not the other way around.
2007-06-14 22:04:36 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's VERY normal. Faith grows through doubt - when we question, we give God the opportunity to answer. No one - not even the original 12 disciples - had all of the answers.
2007-06-14 22:02:43 · answer #9 · answered by Mel 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Of course it's normal; however if you want to stay religious (and there are a lot of good things in religion) dont look at God very analytically.
2007-06-14 22:17:52 · answer #10 · answered by astatine 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes , always question what you beleive in . Don't be a lamb to slaughter like some preachers say to be . How are you supposed to grow a s a christian if you don't question the belif or if you don't understand .
2007-06-14 22:03:17 · answer #11 · answered by Suicide642 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋