i have been confused for a long time and i want to have a better relationship with god. i have done some things that i dont think he will forgive. i am lost, if anybody can help me it would be appreciated very much.
2007-07-15 18:07:10 · 20 answers · asked by Ally 2 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
First, read his letter, the Bible He wrote for your benefit.
Isaiah 48:17,18 and 2 Timothy 3:16,17
Second, apply what you're reading. John 3:16 and 2 Peter 3:9
Third, pray for Godly wisdom and understanding.
Philippians 4:6,7
Do not give up in your search for a close relationship with your Creator.Ephesians 6:9 and James 4:7,8
2007-07-15 18:49:00 · answer #1 · answered by CURIOUS IN STOCKTON 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There is nothing that God will not forgive. When Jesus was sacrificed on the cross for us, our sins were covered with his blood, and we were forgiven by that one last pure sacrifice. Refer to John 3:16" For God so loved the world that he gave our only begotten son, that whosoever believeth in him shall not perish but have everlasting life." Even while we were in the sin, He forgave us.
If you are still unsure of this, begin by fasting and praying. If you cannot totally give up food, and only have water (even if ony for 12 hours), give up something that you care for. Refrain from partaking in this, and pray for what you want. God is a forgiving God, and some of the most influencial people in the bible were those that came from sinful background. David, continued to sin, regardless of the power he was bestowed, yet he repented and asked for forgiveness. Never feel that if you have done terrible things, you are not worthy of His love, but know that as a child of God, you have been bestowed that gift of grace.
2007-07-16 01:15:03 · answer #2 · answered by manning012003 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You haven't done anything that He will not forgive you for if you ask Him to. Read about Paul in the book of Acts. He was murdering Christians.
The way to become closer to God, is to spend time with Him. Pray and read your Bible. God bless you.
2007-07-16 01:13:33 · answer #3 · answered by 4HIM- Christians love 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Do you want him to forgive you? Are you will to make the effort to reach out to him. Study the scriptures. Get to know him better. Pray from your heart for forgiveness & strength! If you're still doing those things you don't think he'll forgive you for, get out of the situation that enables it. I know he loves you and will want to forgive you. You have to want to change the behavior.
If you like, visit www.mormon.org. I'm not trying to convert you in any way, but maybe you'll find something of comfort there.
2007-07-16 01:17:12 · answer #4 · answered by armywifesarah 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you really want to belong to God and have Him as your Father and Lord, He will forgive you EVERYTHING you have ever done wrong against His Law.
That's HIS promise to you.
Matt 19:25-26
25 When the disciples heard this, they were greatly astonished and asked, "Who then can be saved?"
26 Jesus looked at them and said, "With man this is impossible, but with God all things are possible."
(from New International Version)
John 10:7-10
7 Therefore Jesus said again, "I tell you the truth, I am the gate for the sheep. 8 All who ever came before me were thieves and robbers, but the sheep did not listen to them. 9 I am the gate; whoever enters through me will be saved. He will come in and go out, and find pasture. 10 The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full.
(from New International Version)
Acts 16:30-33
30 He then brought them out and asked, "Sirs, what must I do to be saved?"
31 They replied, "Believe in the Lord Jesus, and you will be saved-you and your household." 32 Then they spoke the word of the Lord to him and to all the others in his house.
(from New International Version)
Rom 10:8-11
9 That if you confess with your mouth, "Jesus is Lord," and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved. 10 For it is with your heart that you believe and are justified, and it is with your mouth that you confess and are saved. 11 As the Scripture says, "Anyone who trusts in him will never be put to shame."
(from New International Version)
2007-07-16 01:26:37 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Have a friend to read the bible with u or some one thats
a Christian and pray with that friend and ask 4 forgiveness
i'm sure he will 4give u if u just ask. Just rely on God
4 every need u have and pray about it and he'll help u out
P.s. trust me my dad is a preacher,
Need any more help about it fill
free to IM me Deleon.JD@gmail.com
2007-07-16 01:28:38 · answer #6 · answered by Deleon 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There is only one unforgivable sin and that is blasphemy of the Holy Spirit.
All other sins are forgiven,it was all done ,when Jesus went to the cross.
Read Romans 8:1 and meditate on that and just believe God.
2007-07-16 01:12:09 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
God will forgive you no matter what you have done if you are truly sorry. Just ask Him. Pray, read your Bible and ask God to hold you tight and not let you go. That is what I did 10 years ago and He has held on to me ever since--even when I let go !!
2007-07-16 01:13:15 · answer #8 · answered by Just Me 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Go to Church. Get baptised. Pray. Read the Bible. Accept Him Into your heart. He forgives all things if you give yourself to Him and ask Him to forgive you. Hope this helps. <33
2007-07-16 01:12:21 · answer #9 · answered by vollieballchick18 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Same thing you would do when you meet a new friend. Get to know His name (Yahweh), His character, His personality, His purposes. Once you have some basic knowledge of Him, you would have a better relationship with Him when you start putting Him first in your life and talk to Him in prayer as you would a friend and trust Him, do His will and dedicate yourself to Him.
2007-07-16 01:14:57 · answer #10 · answered by ASTAN 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋