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thank you for this!

I'm broken. Yet I don't know how to redeem or heal myself. I feel like a lost cause. Pray? Yes. I do. But I can't stop myself from feeling this way over and over again. I also feel sad for failing God over and over again. sorry if it didn't make sense. Just please answer the question Update: I'm so thankful for the answers. Thank you for taking time. I was able to reach out to someone finally. Didn't at first because of personal reasons. God is putting me in the right track.

I personally am NOT going through clinical depression.. But I also have friends who are going through that and are suicidal. I also became depressed before. I admire your love for your friend, and your willingness to help her What I've learned so far, is that it is very important to them to know they're not alone, and not isolated... Continue being there for your friend, even if you don't have to say anything. But be mindful of your own health also. If she mentions any plans she has for suicide... I think it's best to keep away any dangerous items in the house. Usually when they are in their lowest, they won't accept any advice or prescription u give, but will NEED your presence to be there. (Presence/listening > words) you can bring her food sometimes (if u can). Continue to pray for her, and it's also good if she's part of a prayer/small group. It is not easy for them to reach out to people, so we have to check on them every now and then. Does she go to counselling? It's BEST if she does. Other advice I got: 1. Don't promise that it will be gone soon. 2. Don't judge and don't blame her. 3. Don't solve her problems. 4. Don't do things out of PITY. 5. Don't minimize her feelings. 6. Don't abandon. 7. If you're listening, don't tell your stories. (Prioritize hers.) Hope this could somehow help. will pray for your friend.

I think in our journey as Christians, failure and mistakes are inevitable. But to answer your question... How can we persevere and not worry? I think it all comes to TRUSTing in God. Trust that He holds your future. And that as Matthew 6 would say, do not worry about tomorrow, for today has enough trouble on its own. We must also hold on to His Word. "Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path." Psalm 119:105 .... This means, the Bible helps us with what next step we must take. The specific outline of our life isn't given, but the Bible is clear of what we can do at the moment. It's to love Him and love others. When deciding on something, we ask help from wise and godly people in our life (as said in Proverbs). To be honest, I can't say I don't have worries right now. But I try to always bring it to God, and trust Him at His word. I often do admit to Him of my daily worries. Your question actually made me reflect again. But God reminded me of His Word. Prayed for you!

I'm truly knowing more about God this season. I want to know what are the things God is revealing you about His character this season

Forgiveness. Thank you for elaborating on this. And thank you for the insight. really helpful

For the past days, I've been struggling with anger. Being in lockdown, with my family and less contact with friends, I have less of an outlet. Idk why but a little conflict in my family already affects me a lot lately. When I'm angry, I tell God about it, but I remain in my anger. Because these conflicts just keep reoccurring. Maybe you have tips on how you handle anger?

Hallo! Can I just encourage you with a few verses? For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans for welfare and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope. - Jeremiah 29:11 “Are you tired? Worn out? Burned out on religion? Come to me. Get away with me and you’ll recover your life. I’ll show you how to take a real rest. Walk with me and work with me—watch how I do it. Learn the unforced rhythms of grace. I won’t lay anything heavy or ill-fitting on you. Keep company with me and you’ll learn to live freely and lightly.” Matthew 11:28 I have no idea exactly what you've been through. But GOD knows. He's there:) you can be honest with Him

1 Peter 4:19, "Therefore let those who suffer according to God's will entrust their souls to a faithful Creator while doing good." Isaiah 40:31 - But those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint. Try also to consult with your local pastor or anyone in church.. Will pray for you

I used to have stage fright... In my case, I overcame it by doing it more often.. When I was young, what I did was I don't look at the audience but at the wall at the back ? it worked as I started. I would also pray, for courage from the Lord. Even upto now. Whenever I speak infront, I would think that I will do it for the Lord and with the best I can. And I would hold on to Joshua 1:9 This is how I overcame mine. Praying for you brother!

Try to be honest with him with how you feel about it. Maybe he could encourage you or help you out. Then if you think you still can't, it is okay to say No

"The Sacred Search: What If It's Not about Who You Marry, But Why" by Gary Thomas OR "Single, Dating, Engaged, Married" by Ben Stuart THANK YOU!

Wow thank you so much for this ? yes, we serve an awesome loving God.

Thank you, this really helped me that day!

Hi, how can I have a deeper relationship with God? I've been a christian for 6 years now, and lately things just got messy.. I don't have a clear view of things, so I worry a lot and I don't have everything figured out.. my mind's just not in peace. I feel hopeless. Sometimes, i have a tendency of making a big deal or problem out of things.. I try to read Bible.. anyways, I'm having a hard time typing this Pls encourage me.. i just need that