Blasphemy

[Final]

im a little confused as to exactley what is meant by blasphemy.

Don't worry i haven't been out defiling churces or ranting about how cruel God is, however there seems to be various definitions of blasphemy.

Until about a month ago i had always been pretty happy and i didn't ever question God and the universe and all that, then i spontaniously took a plunge into severe depression pretty much lasting from the moment i woke up until i lost conscious at night, it was mostly about death and uncertainty things like that, athiest arguements infiltrated my faith during this time also so i was pretty messed up.

Also im convinced i have a form of obsessive compulsive disorder which was pounding me with thoughts of death and gloom 24/7, im recovering now and im taking the *im not listening* approach and reading up on God more , and i'm smiling again.

anyhow to get to the point, the OCD i fear that i have can sometimes, very rarely , but someitmes spring some blasphemous thoughts on me, even though i straight away deny it and say it isn't true, i fear these thoughts and my doubting have landed me knee deep in blasphemy.

and according to some bible refrences it is the unforgivable sin, if you'd asked me to guess what that was i'd have said mass murder or something, but i'd have thought that was a bit down the list.

so basically im worried about that, are my worries justified?

Edited November 8, 2005 by Final

[R.C. Anderson]

The only sin that can not be forgiven is "Blasphemy against the Holy Spirit". Basically this is the hardening of your heart against the Holy Spirit. As long as you do not harden your heart against the Holy Spirit and ignore the Holy Spirits presence in the Holy Trinity and guidance in your life you have nothing to be concerned about.

Many people go through times of depression in their lives at which time Satan can enter into our thoughts and place doubts there, even though they have a solid foundation in their faith. These temptations are common and everyone goes through them from time to time. The important thing is that you recognize them as false beliefs and turn away from them.

This is a very important time for you to pray earnestly for God to give you the strength to overcome these temptations. Remember God will not allow Satan to tempt you beyond what you can handle.

Also when you pray, pray as Jesus taught us to pray in Matthew 6:

9 After this manner therefore pray ye: Our Father which art in heaven, Hallowed be thy name.

10 Thy kingdom come, Thy will be done in earth, as it is in heaven.

11 Give us this day our daily bread.

12 And forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors.

13 And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil: For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever. Amen.

Ask that you not be lead into temptation, and that God would keep temptation from you and will deliver you out of the reach of Satan where he can not tempt you.

Remember, Satan does not have any control over you unless you allow him to have it. Stand on your faith and rebuke Satan and rejoice in your relationship with the Lord.

Edited November 8, 2005 by Rev. Dr. R.C. Anderson Ph.D.

[felix]

Hello.

I'm not sure of the exact defintion of blasphemy either. But you have nothing to worry about concerning blasphemy of the Holy Spirit.

Your temptations and doubts are occuring in your mind. These are surely from the devil. A way to escape is to turn to the Lord and immediately read and focus entirely on the bible at the time of these attacks. Call out in the Name of Jesus to rebuke Satan.

Like bro anderson said "Remember, Satan does not have any control over you unless you allow him to have it. Stand on your faith and rebuke Satan and rejoice in your relationship with the Lord."

[Final]

i am very grateful for your swift replies, thank you Reverend, ill remember to turn to God with prayer first in times like that, hopefully i'll be able to completely recover soon.

those are the bible references i was talking about as Mark has pointed out i see.

Well i pray i have never commited such a sin where my stoning would be encouraged ^^;

There's no way i'd ever choose to live my life without God or ignore any guidance from the holy spirit, too essential to my life. I welcome any guidance since it's pretty easy to get lost on this planet.

[Leonard]

The Greek word transliterated as 'blaphemy' means 'harm-averment.'

[Final]

i was doing some research into it last night and apparently it is impossible for a true Christian to commit blasphemy of the holy spirit, you'd have to associate the works of someone like Christ with unholy forces or something. According to the same source the only unpardonable sin is to die an unbeliever. :/

i've the feeling some dark corner of my mind is desperately trying to put me in bother and give me something to worry about, but most of the things it suggests are completely the opposite of what i really believe. Im sure God knows that.

Edited November 9, 2005 by Final

[Aida]

Final,

I hear you. I have OCD times 10. I know about those thoughts that just pop in your head and your like..I don't believe that!~!!! It's just the devil trying to take over your thoughts. My biggest problem is worrying. I worry about everything, down to the way someone looked at me. Which, I know is a sign of lack of faith. I have been praying that God will help me not to worry and for Him to take care of all of my worries and concerns. But, I have a hard believing that He will...which I know He can..but it's like I talk myself into thinking that all my worries are my fault and God wants me to fix them on my own.

Not true, I know. I hope this is of some help to you. You are not the only one out here having the same worries. When I stop worrying about one thing, another takes it place. I need prayers bad about that. I will pray for you as well. May God guide us and help us to put our faith in Him.

Blessings,

Aida

[Final]

Final,

I hear you. I have OCD times 10. I know about those thoughts that just pop in your head and your like..I don't believe that!~!!! It's just the devil trying to take over your thoughts. My biggest problem is worrying. I worry about everything, down to the way someone looked at me. Which, I know is a sign of lack of faith. I have been praying that God will help me not to worry and for Him to take care of all of my worries and concerns. But, I have a hard believing that He will...which I know He can..but it's like I talk myself into thinking that all my worries are my fault and God wants me to fix them on my own.

Not true, I know. I hope this is of some help to you. You are not the only one out here having the same worries. When I stop worrying about one thing, another takes it place. I need prayers bad about that. I will pray for you as well. May God guide us and help us to put our faith in Him.

Blessings,

Aida

haha here was me thinking i was the only one with this.

thank you for sharing Aida i know im not alone.

yeah i know its a vicious cycle and the worrying parts awful, its like i have to have somehting to worry about, i know a litle worry is healthy but it can really be ridiculous. ^^;

i actually struck back this morning with the awesome help of God, i was praying for strength mainly that morning as i had a few thoughts which were completely shocking. Later on, after praying some more i gave the Devil a peice of my mind, i turned the tables saying "it was going to take more than that" and the beast shut right up.

i could control it effortlessly today, i don't normally get it, its like once a month , but i felt it coming on today and i just told satan to get lost and there was no place for him here.

Pray for strength , i found it essential help today.

[Anonymous]

Concerning blasphemy, I ran across this study of "The Unpardonable Sin" did by Charles Hodge -1864

I found it to be very informative.... maybe it will help here.

WHAT IS THE UNPARDONABLE SIN?

Who has committed it...?

I. *ITS GENERAL CHARACTER-

1. There is such a sin which is unpardonable.

2. It is an open sin, not a sin merely of the heart. It is blasphemy. It requires to be uttered and carried out in act.

3. It is directed against the Holy Ghost, specifically. It terminates on him. It consists in blaspheming him, or doing nevertheless unto him.

II. *ITS SPECIFIC CHARACTER-

This includes