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Recent content by Griswold

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    Really Struggling

    By now you've likely seen other posts in this forum of people struggling in the same way you are struggling. So please understand you are not alone. Also, and I know this is hard to see when you are in the battle, but God is not aloof. He knows exactly what you are going through and He is 100%...
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    Ruminating about Christian things

    The questions are good. It causes us to dig deeper and the result is our faith is grown. Truth is truth, and because it's truth it can handle scrutiny. What's important for us with OCD is accepting reasonable answers to our questions. In my experience I did more research in this struggle than I...
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    these thoughts and feelings suck

    Scrupulosity: Salvation worry. Severe guilt.
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    Please help.

    Hello SkyBlade, First, I thank God for what you are going through. Obviously it's not fun going through it but having gone through what you are dealing with, it comes down to this. God is faithful. You may feel unfaithful but you feeling unfaithful is in no way a condition for God's...
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    Beware OCD sufferers before taking advice. (Scriptural Admonishment)

    A good practice for these forums indeed. Biblical teachings are useful for life application beyond these forums.
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    Beware OCD sufferers before taking advice. (Scriptural Admonishment)

    Dealing with OCD is a sensitive issue and those struggling with it are in a vulnerable state. As Satan waited for Jesus to be weakened (Matthew 4:2-3) he also would use this as an opportune time to take advantage of my fellow OCD sufferers. There are some brothers and sisters in Christ who are...
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    How can I stop doubting my salvation?

    Brother, you've encouraged me! I know there's a separate reason you posted on this forum in the first place but your defense shows me two things about you that I hope indirectly address your original concerns. First is the evidence of your understanding of the gospel message accurately which can...
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    How can I stop doubting my salvation?

    What you are describing is pretty common among those with OCD. We don't trust nor take in the evidence. Sure we do at first, but when it repeatedly comes back it no longer satisfies. For example, first time we check to make sure the door is locked we check it once and are satisfied. Afterward...
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    falling away from God and Jesus

    Hi Brother, I understand your struggles and I think the root of your problem is trusting in feelings rather than God's word. If you listen to your feelings, your heart, it will always report evil (Jeremiah 17:9). I've noticed when you are feeling down you come here for reassurance (which is...
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    How to overcome "silly" fears and thoughts?

    Sticky thoughts like these that you mentioned where on one hand we are hung up on a fear, and on the other we feel they are "silly" may be a sign of OCD. Obviously this would be better diagnosed by a professional but having OCD myself I am familiar with what you are going through. It may be...
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    Does this sound like religious ocd/ Scrupulosity?

    This does sound similar to what OCD is. However your intention was not to give them a parasite, but if I'm reading this correctly you are just concerned that your actions could lead to them accidentally getting one (though the odds are extremely low and vanishing). So two things. If this was...
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    Seeking help from the Christian community

    If you know that Christ died for your sins but are struggling with unrational thoughts (meaning you can't disperse an intrusive thought even though you know it reasonably not to be true), you may have what is labeled as OCD. Obviously this diagnosis is better for a professional but having it...
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    God Please forgive me Jesus

    Do not be afraid, little flock, for your Father has chosen gladly to give you the kingdom. - Luke 12:32
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    God Please forgive me Jesus

    Mine seem real too. I feel like I'm in a downward spiral. It's hard and I can't seem to douse them. I think they are mine, they often feel like they are mine, yet they are unwelcomed and not what I want. Other times, because of the hurt I think I've developed a bit of resentment (which is also...
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    God Please forgive me Jesus

    It's a weird boat we are in. As one who struggles like you do, though my thoughts may be stuck on something else, I can look at what you wrote and confidently confirm you that those thoughts are not yours but rather originate from the same origin as what's credited to OCD. If I can so...
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