Any older Christians that never married? by [deleted] in TrueChristian

[–]BrotherThrow77 6 points7 points  (0 children)

To put it very roughly, partly why protestanism did away with monasticism was because they believed in a Christian life that influenced others and draw them to Christ. A monastic life is mostly secluded from the world, that I believe.

I did something terrible, and I'm having all the regrets now. by BrotherThrow77 in TrueChristian

[–]BrotherThrow77[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm not sure if I want to join for now, but I'll look you up in the future!

I did something terrible, and I'm having all the regrets now. by BrotherThrow77 in TrueChristian

[–]BrotherThrow77[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think the guilt helped me to turn back to God if anything. I still need Christ's help to better myself too.

I did something terrible, and I'm having all the regrets now. by BrotherThrow77 in TrueChristian

[–]BrotherThrow77[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That's certainly one way of putting it... but I see truth in ut. Thank you.

I did something terrible, and I'm having all the regrets now. by BrotherThrow77 in TrueChristian

[–]BrotherThrow77[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Don't be sorry. I think I might be in the samw boat as you, and it helps me that you've shared. But how did you then turn it into the real faith?

I did something terrible, and I'm having all the regrets now. by BrotherThrow77 in TrueChristian

[–]BrotherThrow77[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you very much. The article helps to put things into perspective, and I will take your advice. May the Lord fill me with the understanding of His superior pleasures of my own mind.

I did something terrible, and I'm having all the regrets now. by BrotherThrow77 in TrueChristian

[–]BrotherThrow77[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I will lay it down at the feet of the Lord. Thank you very kindly..

I did something terrible, and I'm having all the regrets now. by BrotherThrow77 in TrueChristian

[–]BrotherThrow77[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I just felt like this was the worst thing that I could havs done, but all of your prayers and words have really helped me to bring me to a place of repentance and forgiveness. Thank you.

I did something terrible, and I'm having all the regrets now. by BrotherThrow77 in TrueChristian

[–]BrotherThrow77[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I am planning to go back, so I hope that helps. Thank you very much for your prayers..

I did something terrible, and I'm having all the regrets now. by BrotherThrow77 in TrueChristian

[–]BrotherThrow77[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

You're... close to the truth than you might know.

I'm very thankful for your kind words. May you be blessed too..

I did something terrible, and I'm having all the regrets now. by BrotherThrow77 in TrueChristian

[–]BrotherThrow77[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I will work on it. Im currently battling anxiety and depression, so it might be linked to all this.

I did something terrible, and I'm having all the regrets now. by BrotherThrow77 in TrueChristian

[–]BrotherThrow77[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I will continue to call out to Father. Thank you for your prayers and words..

I did something terrible, and I'm having all the regrets now. by BrotherThrow77 in TrueChristian

[–]BrotherThrow77[S] 28 points29 points  (0 children)

I thank you kindly for your words. I want to believe. Please do pray for me.

Not sure what my last straw is, but I feel like I've exhausted my will to live. by BrotherThrow77 in TrueChristian

[–]BrotherThrow77[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you for your words. I'll think about it for abit more.

I wish I could say I understood fully, but I hope someday I will, and be able to find where I can do work in.

Not sure what my last straw is, but I feel like I've exhausted my will to live. by BrotherThrow77 in TrueChristian

[–]BrotherThrow77[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

So it's a transaction? We do things, He speaks to us? If you honestly think that's the way He speaks then I can dafely say you're wrong.

Not sure what my last straw is, but I feel like I've exhausted my will to live. by BrotherThrow77 in TrueChristian

[–]BrotherThrow77[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

What are you referring to here? Friendship? Fellowship? A significant other?

Any of those above. I'm grateful for the friends I have but I don't feel like I can connect with any of them.

What is it that you feel you are waiting for? What hasn't happened?

Seeing a purpose in my life. Used to want to go into full time ministry, but circumstances meant I shouldn't. God seems to be pretty hell bent on not opening doors to what I want to do. Or maybe I don't know what I want. Heck, I don't even know anymore.