I decided to change my ways and live for god. I accepted him years ago but fell away for many years i have been living as a gay male...its something i struggled with since i was 8 years old im now 27. I cant begin to discribe how hard this life change is... i have dealing with phyiscal and mental angiush like NEVER before... i know part of it is from my past sins and the other is because the enimie is trying to discourage me and get me to give up...he is attacking me with phyiscal and mental pain like nothing i have ever dealt with. i want so badly to live for christ, but since i have NOTHING ...im bascially walking away from a 8 year relationship...with no money, no home for me or my dog/cats. SO its like im trying so hard to believe god for my life now and its so hard... im crying all day...this is so tough... i need so much prayer... im going to a bible studie tonight, PLEASE pray for me... im going for prayer im hardly in the mood to be social but i know i need to get out
2007-10-14 10:56:34 · 21 answers · asked by Anonymous in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
Hi, brother in Christ, I so feel and relate to your pain. I So don't think you should give up and just let the ememy walk all over you. God so loves you. God so loves you, did i repeat, God , yes, Jesus Christ, died for you, loves you, suffered for you and so totallly understands you. I love you because I understand your pain and misunderstanding... Stay so focused on Christ because only He can carry you out of this distress and lies of the enemy. You are so beautiful and made in the image of Jesus so Hang In There!!!!! I will be so praying for you okay??/
In Christ,
Hoshi!!
2007-10-14 11:08:07 · answer #1 · answered by Hello Kitty 3 · 4⤊ 2⤋
First, I'm begging you to not listen to those who say that you should live the way of the world, in sin and say that Christians are crazy loons. I'm a believer in Christ and I can talk to you whenever you need to chat (kara_coffey@yahoo.com).
Second, I ask that you don't give up loving and trusting God. He loves us unconditionally and wants us to spend time with Him in reading the Bible and praying and worship. Just think if God were to stop loving us! We wouldn't live. Everything that moves, breaths, and thinks is done by God. We're here on the earth because of God. I know you've asked God for help, and He wants to give you that. A lot of times God doesn't answer our prayers, but when He doesn't, it's for the best.
Third, I ask, are you still gay or are you looking for a woman to love? Remember that God placed Adam and Eve on the earth together so that they could love each other. Man and Woman, not man and man/woman and woman. If you've asked God for forgiveness for you sins over the years and asked Him as you personal Savior (to come into you heart), then He will bless you some way. If you've asked, God will bless you with a wonderful, special woman to love. That's how He planed your life. He wants you to live as a Christian loving Him and a wife.
I trust you to make the best decision.
2007-10-14 11:26:13 · answer #2 · answered by U down me cuz im beautiful 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I feel for ya, buddy. We're all behind U, so don't give up. There's going to be good and bad times no matter what, but the fact that you've been trying, and going through so much lately must count for something. I respect U for being so persistent, and that U really want so bad to change. It's a tough one for sure. I hope the bible study helps, it should. Hopefully you'll meet someone there that knows what U're going through, and can help give U guidance. You're in my prayers! Hang in there! God Bless.
2007-10-14 15:59:08 · answer #3 · answered by zenawarrior0421 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
the first thing you need to do is get into a Spirit filled church and go...not just on Sunday. Go to Bible studies, go to Celebrate Recovery, get involved with a growth group. the enemy's greatest weapon is confusion. when he can get us to question whether God is there, or whether He cares then he (the enemy) is winning. Read the Word constantly. Every hurt, hangup and fear is covered in the Bible. the answers you seek are there I promise you. there are times when I'm reading that I get a word that really hits home. pray every day, and give God time to answer. He spoke to me once with my own father's voice so, YES, He does answer. When you do get discouraged, call someone from your church. Your pastor, an elder, anyone! Tell them exactly how you feel, and ask them to pray with you. God doesn't punish us for our past sins, but the enemy does try to punish us by getting us to relive our past sins constantly. Remember that Christ died as a sacrifice for our sins, we have been forgiven. If God has already forgiven you, then accept that forgiveness, and learn to forgive yourself, which can be the hardest forgivness there is!!
I will definetly pray for you!
2007-10-14 11:10:15 · answer #4 · answered by Gracie63 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It's always been a question in my mind too, why the Bible seems to want to condemn those that are gay. I am a Christian and at times in my life I have questioned my own sexuality. I choose to be hetero because I think it's what God wants. I do feel for you and I will pray for you. When you go to the Bible study tonight try to connect with others who can help you. And I will pray very hard for you, I wish you the best.
2007-10-14 11:09:53 · answer #5 · answered by Kate J 6 · 2⤊ 1⤋
I've prayed for you and I've asked the Lord to deliver you and remove this from your mind. There is a Scripture to hold onto, "I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me."
When you pray tonight, ask God to deliver you and remove the thoughts from your mind. Ask the Lord to increase your faith so you can stand strong for Him.
Everytime the thought comes into your head, call out the name of Jesus. There is nothing wrong with asking the Lord to have mercy upon you. Sometimes the devil makes it so hard that we sin again, but don't stay in the sin ask the Lord to forgive you and deliver you from it. Renounce the sin and tell the sin that you no longer serve it, but you serve Jesus. Tell it, "I take a stand against you and everything you represent. I will discern you and help others discern you all of my days. Do everything you can to remove the sin that has been recognized, repented and renounced. For sure, it requires an entire life change, but that is what Christ does for us. He changes what we cannot change. I'll pray again for you tonight.
2007-10-14 11:16:14 · answer #6 · answered by Jeancommunicates 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
STOP IT!
You are contributing the misguided belief by so many fundamentalist Christians, that you can not be gay and Christian.
You said yourself, you knew you were gay at 8 years old...myself, it was 6. Even though we know nothing about sex at that age, we remember attractions and feelings from back them...something we did NOT choose.
Some of the most "christian" people I know are gay men friends of mine...they display true christian values...unlike that hypocritical actions and misguided beliefs of those who pick and choose the bible versed they want to apply in this day and age.
One day, the church will apologize for its words and actions on gay issues..just like it had to do recently with black (slavery) issues from years ago, when it was backed by the bible.
Be honest...use personal testimony of your developmental stages growing up (your feelings)...and let people know you for who you REALLY are. You are only helping to advance a lie right now...and you know it.
You decide. Live a lie pretending to be something you're not, or live honestly and know God.
NOBODY can tell you what your personal relationship is with God. Nobody....especially those who aren't opening and learning, or realizing that the bible isn't infallible.
I've been there...trust me, I know.
You didn't choose to be gay and you know it. Even if you never had a relationship with another man, you would still be gay. Just like a straight man would always be straigt if he never were involved with a woman again.
Do the right thing, and stop advancing misinformation!
Good Luck.
2007-10-14 11:14:28 · answer #7 · answered by dcsportbiker 2 · 0⤊ 2⤋
I feel your pain... What ever you do don't give up. GOD loves you more than you can ever imagine. GOD is a merciful GOD and will bless you. Just hang in there and trust in HIM. I will pray for you as I am sure many here will also. Just keep your eyes focused up towards GOD he will get you through this. I'm sorry that you are hurting.
May God Bless You now and always...
2007-10-14 11:15:20 · answer #8 · answered by Gentle Spirit 5 · 3⤊ 0⤋
If you honestly believe in your heart that being gay is against god then I suppose you need to keep praying and be with people who share your beliefs- you'll have to distance yourself from those who could influence you back to your old "lifestyle". BUT, please, just be sure that YOU believe that its wrong, not just that someone else told you it is. It is not evil to question your faith. If you feel that "the Bible says so" is enough for you to do this then.... But if not just know that there are groups out there who follow Jesus' teachings but aren't as quick to condemn.
2007-10-14 11:15:00 · answer #9 · answered by Jennifer 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Those here that are still atheist will now attempt to slaughter you with answers to get you to leave God. They are slaves to Satan for free and do not even know it. Get into a good full gospel church and pray, pray, pray. then read the word, A LOT and when you have questions ask your pastor. I used to be a non-believing atheist so i know what i am talking about. atheists here in R & S will bombard you trying to convert you then deny that this is what they want. I as a FORMER atheist will tell you the truth that being an atheist is a lonely life but do not expect any here to admit to that truth. again find a good church and stick with God !!! and feel free to e-mail me if you need to find a Bible believing church in your area. you can e-mail me by clicking on my avatar then clicking on my e-mail link
2007-10-14 11:07:38 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 4⤊ 2⤋