i lie like everyday, i curse, (sometimes in my head, sometimes out loud) i disobey my parents, i flirt and talk to guys i dont know, but i really love my parents and i really love God. i feel like sometimes i dont even know what im doing and its like i lie 24/7. i cant go 3 hours without lying! im so scared that God will punish me or my family in some way because of how bad i am. I've stolen before, and one time i said "i hate God". even though i dont! please help me, i am close to tears right now. Am i going to go to hell?
I'm an Orthodox Christian by the way.
2007-07-30 07:36:21 · 19 answers · asked by ? 3 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
It depends on if you have accepted Jesus Christ as your lord and personal savior. It don't sound like you have according to your "i hate God" statement. God loves you and will forgive any sin in your life if you will just confess your sins to him and repent of those sins. Once you do that you must surrender you life to Him and allow Him to be the Lord of your life. If you agree to do this then simply pray this prayer and he will save you for all eternity:
Heavenly Father, I have sinned against you. I want forgiveness for all my sins. I believe that Jesus died on the cross for me and rose again.
Father, I give you my life to do with as you please. I want Jesus to come into my life and into my heart.
This I ask in Jesus' name. Amen.
I'll pray for you now.
2007-07-30 07:57:43 · answer #1 · answered by Gummy 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Your behavior just reflects the fact that being a teenager is hard. It's a turbulent time of life. You have some flaws, but so does everyone else on the planet. Try not to let this guilt take over your life. Think of mistakes as learning opportunities instead of sins. If you make a mistake, you acknowledge it, apologize to people you wronged, and then learn from it to avoid it in the future. The most important rule of life is to be loving towards others. If you act in a loving, respectful way, you won't want to lie or disobey your parents.
The hell thing is a man made idea used to scare people into obedience. Nothing you do makes you deserving of eternal torment, despite what others say. I'm not a Jehovah's Witness, but this website from them gives a very accurate description of the origins of the doctrine of hell and why it contradicts Christianity.
2007-07-30 14:53:06 · answer #2 · answered by Graciela, RIRS 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You won't go to hell, you just won't come up higher in life. God doesn't punish people.
Your own behavior will lead you down the wrong path and you yourself will have to face the consequences-- that is punishment of your own doing. The pain you cause your family is punishment for them.
God doesn't love you any less (or any more) when you act out. But like I said, it keeps you from experiencing a better, higher life. See? You're close to tears right now, when you should be having a happy day. That's your own punishment
2007-07-30 19:49:13 · answer #3 · answered by Violet Pearl 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The simple solution is to quit believing in BibleGod, then you won't be afraid of being sent to an imaginary place of eternal suffering. How could a loving God send you to such a place, anyway? Do you think it's fair to give eternal punishment for finite crimes? I don't know why you would WANT to have faith in such a being.
Then get psychiatric help to find out why you lie all the time. Some people have a mental illness that makes them want to lie constantly, just like others are kleptomaniacs and can't stop themselves. You need REAL help, not belief in an imaginary deity that takes pleasure in hurting people for all eternity.
2007-07-30 14:52:26 · answer #4 · answered by Antique Silver Buttons 5 · 1⤊ 2⤋
Honey, do you think your going to hell?
Noone can judge you but you. If you feel these things need to be changed, change them.
As far as whether or not your going to hell, noone knows this but you and god. I do know that if you repent, are truly sorry, make amends, and try to stop these behaviors you will be forgiven.
It sounds to me like god put these bhaviors in your heart because they need to be changed. He brought you under conviction and now you are feeling bad about the behaviors.
We are all imperfect. Not one of us is without sin, yet not every person on this planet is going to hell. Think about that.
2007-07-30 16:48:44 · answer #5 · answered by lil sis 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
No this only means you are human and are struggling with the issues of everyday life. But I will tell you something, if you are serious, get on your knees and ask God to forgive you of all your sins, especially the ones you struggle with daily. In the name of Jesus!
2007-07-30 14:47:38 · answer #6 · answered by F.U. BUDDY 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
To me you don't sound like a Christian. You don't obey the ten commmandments, and you cuss which is something God doesn't want you to do. Have you ever accepted Jesus Christ as your Lord and Savior?This is the only way to Heaven. God says that the only way to eternal life is throguh Jesus Christ, and blieving he died for you and loves you.(John 6:40) You have done a lot of bad things in your life, but God will forgive you if you surrender to him. Just pray and tell him you believe he sent Jesus to die on the cross for you, and that you know he loves you very much. But you also must believe this in your heart. He loves you, created you, and wants to forgive you. You can change, and you won't be afraid anymore! (Isaiah 41:13)I am so glad you love God, and your parents. Nobody is perfect, and we all make mistakes, but it's when we realize all the things we are doing wrong when the holy spirit is working in us. I hope you believe me, and I hope you find everlasting life in him.
2007-07-30 14:47:17 · answer #7 · answered by pup 4 · 1⤊ 3⤋
No Hun. It just means you're growing up and sometimes that's a hard thing to go through. The people who have made you think you are going to hell would do with growing up a bit too.
2007-07-30 14:42:02 · answer #8 · answered by hedgewitch18 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
if u pray for forgiveness and try to stop! u wouldnt go to hell just pray for God help to change u. ASK for forgiveness and try to control urself. i used to be like that too but i prayed about it and God has been changing me little by little now im so much better than i used to be i relize how much hes done for me and wat hes still got plans for me in the future, i curse less and i try to control myself before doin something i know i'll regret! so my advise is pray about it ask for forgiveness like i have, ask him to help u change in ways. it may be difficult at first but you'll get through it! i hope this helps sorry for makin it so long but so u know that u will not go to hell if u do this! :) God Bless! :) and remeber God loves u no matter wat! and hes always there for u! and help u in any way!!! :)
2007-07-30 15:56:06 · answer #9 · answered by candy girl 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
No, this doesn't mean you are going to hell! He will forgive you, but you have to repent. Not like 'Oh, i sinned, God forgives me, it's all good' He says that if you love him you'll obey him, and so at least try harder.
2007-07-30 16:17:03 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋