Is suicide forgivable?

Question

I suffer from severe cronic depression, and recently attempted to take my own life. This isnt my first attemt, but it is the closest ive ever gotten. I flatlined twice in the ambulance, and once in the OR. After 4 days in ICU and 2 blood tranfusions here I am...still alive. People keep telling me that God has big plans for me, but I dont feel like I will ever get out of this hole that im stuck in. Im just so tired of this constant battle of good and evil in my head. I dont want the devil to win, but its not looking too good at this point. I know to some of you I sound crazy, and maybe I am, but there are those of you that know exactly what Im talking about, that understand how it feels to be tired. I need some advice though regardless how crazy you might think I am. Im scared and I dont want to go to hell. Please help me with this.

Answer 1

Sure, I forgive you - but more importantly, do you forgive yourself? Forget all of this god/devil nonsense, it's no wonder you're having problems with people trying to control you like that. There is no god and no devil, there's only you and other humans. Start thinking about who you are, who you want to be, and how you can be that person - and tell the religious nutcakes to leave you alone - even if that includes relatives.

Been there, did that, 40 years ago. I'm still alive, still an atheist, and my parents are finally accepting it.

Answer 2

I wish this was the first time I have answered this question here. I hope it's the last.I believe God can forgive any sin except the blasphemy of the Holy Spirit simply in doing so you reject forgiveness.
Yes suicide can be forgiven by Jesus to one of His. One of His shouldn't be where you are.
Yes I have been there too. Still wish God would either send Jesus or take me now. He just says wait though.
I also spent fifteen years in the med field. Working in ER and ICU for most of it. Gotta tell you the truth The ones that really tried and didn't make it didn't leave much behind to work with. Most that really try make it.
Most that don't didn't mean to or they would finish it. Those that make repeated attempts just never get enough attention and end up in a competition with themselves. Then they get it done. But most recognize their mental problems and seek help. I mean really seek help and participate. Life is simple lead follow or get out of the way.
I think you are looking for help in the wrong places so far. You call on God but have you opened His book and searched for answers there? Have you tried finding truth in bible studies already done for you.
I hope you realize that even if God forgives a suicide they will have to look everyone including Jesus right in the eye.
Try bibleresources.bible.com and gracethrufaith.com

Answer 3

I am often suicidal. But I realized how many people I will hurt by doing so. I don't want to hurt those I love that deeply. Sometimes that prevents it. Sometimes I go into the hospital. Mostly I simply promised myself that I would not commit this act of complete selfishness. I still have things to learn, and I do believe God has a purpose for me. In fact that's one of the reasons I am here to try and answer you. Remember, there may come a time when you are glad you didn't succeed. Also you may need medication. Shop for a good psychiatrist who really listens to you. Then start studying psyc. meds. You will learn what works for you and what will not. Try Cymbalta, it worked a miracle for me. I have never had a day without depression all my life, until I started combining that med with what I am already taking. Also you may want to look for a good therapist. If you want, please e-mail me, I would be more than happy to share with you how I remain alive. Even though it sucks sometimes. btw, I do not believe there is a sin God cannot forgive us for, but I don't want to throw the gift of life he gave me back in his face.
Blessed Be

Answer 4

When I was young I died in an accident, but was revived. My friend did not make it. She was 5 and I was 6. I always wondered why I lived and she was taken. I know her life would have been much better than mine. My life has been nothing more than emotional pain and disappointments. When I was 17 I attempted suicide. It was shortly after my son was born. Obviously it didn't work. I asked people why did I live and she died? They would always say because God has given you a purpose. I understand what you are saying, my life has surely not been a bed of roses, and anyone who follows my questions and answers knows I am a very bitter, angry, sad, unhappy person. No matter what, I know my children need me, and this is the only thing that keeps me going another day. I fight with suicidal ideations every hour of the day. If I would have died that day, I would not have my wonderful son, or my daughter, or the grandchild that is on the way. My daughter is expecting, she is only 16. She needs me now more than ever. People need you to, you have a purpose. Whether you like that purpose doesn't matter because God gave it to you. My brother-in-law commited suicide and left his children to be raised by another man, the kids hate him and are very unhappy. I miss him he was my friend. I sometimes wonder if my marriage would be better if he were still here, you see after his death my husband became a chronic alchoholic. My neighbor blew his head off, and he was the go to man, when I need someone no one is there because they chose to take their lives and in the process threw a big monkey wrench into my life. Its not fair. ;-)

Answer 5

Suicide is the worst thing a person can do to another person...and you know that from experience...remember your friend D? I know where you are coming from...you are NOT crazy...we have been roomies before...remember, we were the sane ones!?! I know that life is hard and that depression is tough to beat, but we have to find ways and reasons to live. We have to learn to love ourselves despite our weaknesses and accept ourselves for who we are...most importantly to learn to be happy with who we are and not depend on anyone else to make us happy. This is easier said that done...I KNOW. I still fight the pain everyday and there are times I want to give up, but I will continue to fight...if not for me, for the people I love. My therapist told me that to end my life would be the most selfish and cruel thing I could possibly do to my family and she is right. They would never completely heal from my death. They would always feel like there was something they should have or could have done.

Religion is a personal choice, so I won't get into all of that...sometimes I think people use that as a scare tactic. I just want you to know that while God may or may not forgive you, the people you leave behind will never forgive or forget. Find a reason to live! Call me! I am emailing you my number.

Answer 6

Anything is forgivable as long as you are still living to repent. The only unforgivable sin I've read about in the bible is blasphemy which a whole lot of people on here seem to be guilty of. Many people attempt suicide because they can imagine no greater pain than the one that they are experiencing at the time. But hell is far worse honey. You think this life sucks? Imagine going through the worst pain forever....nonstop.....never ending....for eternity. I think that you however just need someone to talk to about your life and your difficulties. As long as you asked for forgiveness you are forgiven. Just get help and talk to someone when you need to.

Answer 7

Get help. I've been in the same situation. I believe that the universe put us here for a reason. We might not understand what those reasons are, but I think of life here as a classroom. You would be throwing away a perfectly good life and heading back to kindergarden! It's as if you would be failing a grade and having to relearn everything taught. Whatta waste of time and energy! Depression has taken many of my friends. I know the despair you're feeling. I've been there... Get help so that you can realize that there are many wonderful, beautiful things (opportunities) just waiting for us to grasp. I profoundly miss my friends that have taken their lives everyday. You must stop and think about how it would affect others around you. You're not alone here. Certainly your problems can be worked out. You're not crazy. You have control over your thoughts and actions. They're not external! Please get help. I did, and I'm so glad that I'm still here. Life has gotten so much better with time and the understanding of good people! Peace be with you!

Answer 8

Accept Jesus Christ as your Lord and Savior and you will be saved. This free gift can not be earned. You could never be good enough to earn it. You make the decision to believe it, read the bible and find out the details.

You can get out of your depression. You are the only one who can do it. Do something for someone else with out expecting anything in return. You are too into your self and you can't think of anything else. So get up off your bed and find some one to help. Volunteer at the hospital or in an old folks home, there are some very lonely people who would be very happy with your company.

Treat other people like you want to be treated. Be kind, caring, giving, tolerant, patient, have unconditional love, be quick to forgive and slow to anger.

Suicide is a permanent solution for a temporary problem.
You can do it. Get off your pity pot and be of service to someone else. You will start to feel better very quickly.

Answer 9

Please, DO NOT give into the lies that Satan is planting in your head, that giving up and ending your life now will stop the pain. Last Tuesday a dear friend of mine from work killed himself. It came as a shock, and its still hard to believe. I can tell you right now that giving up is not the answer. I do not think its forgivable, because you cannot ask forgiveness after you die, so you cannot be forgiven for that sin. Not only that, but most of the people around you will end up blaming themselves in one way or another. I know that if I had shared the love of God with him God had been nudging me to for weeks, than he WOULD still be alive today. The only thing you can do is, even when it hurts, and it feels like nothing is left to live for, have faith. Didnt God say in Jeremiah " I know the plans I have for you, plans to prosper you and heal you." We all go through tests in our life, and the way you feel is just a perspective away. I know you get tired of going against the flow of this world, and trying not to give into all the junk thats out there. Its hard, and it gets old. But God is ALWAYS just a shout away. Hes right there, waiting for you to lay every burden, big or small, at the foot of the cross. Please, suicide is not the answer. God is. Search him out, seek him diligently, and open your heart to his voice and love. Hes the only thing that can heal your depression, no drugs can fully fulfill you.
I will be praying very hard for you. And im here to talk more if you need it.

Answer 10

I know exactly what you mean, be strong keep fighting, I suffer from SCD too, when it starts to get tough or when it gets mean take comfort in the good things that make you happy, physically exhaust yourself i.e. exercise, going on a longgggg walk, @#!! count numbers and if something creeps in keep counting, try to relax, get on the internet.
I know how you feel but suicide will not help. Be strong and Smile, they tell me some people have it worse, much much worse. I haven't ever meet you and I Love You! with all of my heart! PLEASE don't do it, those of us that suffer are cheering for you! So DON'T Go, We're on a team here! BIG SMILE!:)

Answer 11

There is nothing crazy about what you are telling us all.
I believe all of us have gone through some type of depression
and of course some more severe then others.
I turn to my cousin because i believe she can say prayers for me and i feel better. I hope you can turn to someone that you believe in. No matter how many times you want to speak with that person, you should.
I'm staying strong because i am here on this earth for a reason. It takes years for us to feel comfortable about our lives and realize what it could possibly be of why we were created.
Giving your life away? Give it up to HIM. Let him heal you and let him hear you say it that you want him to take care of you. Cry, scream out loud that you are tired of this type of life and how you feel.
Sometimes we do have to be somewhat crazy acting to get rid of this burden.
As far as some people say you don't need people or God....I don't believe that is true.
It is always good to have at least one person as a close friend. Why be alone? We have to believe in something spiritual a lot of us, so God is there to believe in.
Also.......sometimes it does take a long time to get out of the burden we feel..........we seem to quit just as the good was coming around the corner........So please get some type of help........social services has lots of help. I would not go for lots and lots of medication......
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