My late night thoughts in problem

Justice b · Aug 14, 2016

Hi so first I'm asking for prayer for understand and wisdom from God if you can do so.but here's my problem so today I talked to a friend who's going to play a college sport An this guys tall an handsome friend of mine &I all though in the long run this doesn't matter but as of now it does so it has me thinking and sad an questioning God why are people
More blessed then me I'm 20 years old An through out
My life yeah I've had good but
I look
And friends have it better some who
Don't even believe in God & I always think an ask God why me why was I born this short(5,8) an unattractive why wasn't I raised in a family that pushed me to
Continue to college or why wasnt family blessed with money as others were & I get some upset when people tell me oh you're a great guy because at the end of the day I seen my friends or other people An think no I'm not God made them better. Or there
Life is better then my when half of the struggles I through aren't from my decisions but my moms too never finish college and get a goood career does this all matter in the long run I'm Gods kindom no but on this earthly it does. Why wasn't I able to play college basketball an get scouted even though I was pretty Good it was always a dream of mine it's just gotten to the point where I'm upset all the time an even with God
Sometimes because I've been given this life where it seems like hurt comes more then healing. For example there's kids I talk to they didn't have to work for there first car I worked 2 jobs an there is still problems with it I just don't get why I was punished to live this way I. A situation where succees seems so far

blessedbethyname101 · Aug 14, 2016

You are young. Your peers are important, I understand. However, when you become older, comparing yourself to others is unproductive. You worry about working to have material possessions and going to college. These are important issues. Some don't have to work to receive what they have. It seems unfair. They seem more attractive in your eyes than you. This is your opinion, I understand. Why me? Why poor me? Well, having lived twice as long as you, I can tell you it is not about you. It is about God. Yes. As a Christian, God should be first in your life. This means stopping to think about the reasons you think you did not get a fair deal from God as others have. Is this necessarily true? Have you talked to others your age who are disabled? Have you talked to those who are homeless and living in shelters at your age? Do you know people who don't have family and are orphans at your age? You focus on others who seem to have more materialistic goods or physical attributes than you. Is this truly that important in life? Who made you? God did. He made you perfectly in His image. You are perfect in His eyes. He has given you work, clothes, food, shelter, and family, as far as I can tell from your post. You have what you need. Do you really need to look like a male athlete or model? No. Do you really need a car to travel? No. Do you really need to go to college to get a job? No. He has given more than He has given many others your age. You should learn to appreciate what your family has given you- a good work ethic, their love, their support, shelter, food, clothes, etc, instead of thinking of how little you have in life. You are 20 years old, not even able to drink legally in some states of the USA. It is your choice to be satisfied or not to be satisfied. If all you think about is why I can't have this and that so easily and be like others, you are always going to be unhappy. You are loved by God just the way you are. He does not care about your appearance or what you have. He cares about where your heart is and the thoughts you think. He cares about your actions. He cares about you spiritually, mentally, and your physical well-being, not appearance. God is there for you. He should be the one you seek the most, not a car, not appearances, and not easy street. Being a good Christian is hard work. Yes, it is. If you think being a Christian means you have easy street for life, then you are not understanding the true value of being a Christian. You are blessed many times over. I always say that I am poor but rich in spirit. I truly am. I am sure this is not what you want to hear though. "For the love of money is a root of all kinds of evil. Some people, eager for money, have wandered from the faith and pierced themselves with many griefs." 1Timothy6:10 NIV

I urge you to read your Bible and to go to Bible study. The Word is amazing and can influence us to think differently. I apologize for my tone in this post. However, you need to realize you do have an abundance of life necessities. God bless!

Stephanie7 · Aug 14, 2016

Heavenly Father, open this young man's eyes to all that he has and God bless him, In Jesus Name, Amen

Linus · Aug 15, 2016

Praying for you in the name of Jesus Christ. Thank You Lord!

Justice b · Aug 15, 2016

Linus said:
Praying for you in the name of Jesus Christ. Thank You Lord!

Thank you

Justice b · Aug 15, 2016

Stephanie7 said:
Heavenly Father, open this young man's eyes to all that he has and God bless him, In Jesus Name, Amen

Thank amen

Justice b · Aug 15, 2016

blessedbethyname101 said:
You are young. Your peers are important, I understand. However, when you become older, comparing yourself to others is unproductive. You worry about working to have material possessions and going to college. These are important issues. Some don't have to work to receive what they have. It seems unfair. They seem more attractive in your eyes than you. This is your opinion, I understand. Why me? Why poor me? Well, having lived twice as long as you, I can tell you it is not about you. It is about God. Yes. As a Christian, God should be first in your life. This means stopping to think about the reasons you think you did not get a fair deal from God as others have. Is this necessarily true? Have you talked to others your age who are disabled? Have you talked to those who are homeless and living in shelters at your age? Do you know people who don't have family and are orphans at your age? You focus on others who seem to have more materialistic goods or physical attributes than you. Is this truly that important in life? Who made you? God did. He made you perfectly in His image. You are perfect in His eyes. He has given you work, clothes, food, shelter, and family, as far as I can tell from your post. You have what you need. Do you really need to look like a male athlete or model? No. Do you really need a car to travel? No. Do you really need to go to college to get a job? No. He has given more than He has given many others your age. You should learn to appreciate what your family has given you- a good work ethic, their love, their support, shelter, food, clothes, etc, instead of thinking of how little you have in life. You are 20 years old, not even able to drink legally in some states of the USA. It is your choice to be satisfied or not to be satisfied. If all you think about is why I can't have this and that so easily and be like others, you are always going to be unhappy. You are loved by God just the way you are. He does not care about your appearance or what you have. He cares about where your heart is and the thoughts you think. He cares about your actions. He cares about you spiritually, mentally, and your physical well-being, not appearance. God is there for you. He should be the one you seek the most, not a car, not appearances, and not easy street. Being a good Christian is hard work. Yes, it is. If you think being a Christian means you have easy street for life, then you are not understanding the true value of being a Christian. You are blessed many times over. I always say that I am poor but rich in spirit. I truly am. I am sure this is not what you want to hear though. "For the love of money is a root of all kinds of evil. Some people, eager for money, have wandered from the faith and pierced themselves with many griefs." 1Timothy6:10 NIV

I urge you to read your Bible and to go to Bible study. The Word is amazing and can influence us to think differently. I apologize for my tone in this post. However, you need to realize you do have an abundance of life necessities. God bless!

No need to apologize for the tone I thank you & understand I just don't know why I feel this way an I try an say that's not what matters at the end of the day but then I'm my head i think well these are the things that matter right now at this moment & when I should be focusing on God & what you said about talking to disabled or blind or homeless and poor people did open up my eyes to try An be more greatful & so I'm great an I'm making a Effort with Gods help to over come this. Thank you , But while I'm doing this a though pops in my head that inherd "many people say don't be sad because someone has it worse then you is like saying don't be happy because there are people who have it better" & I use to read my bible and live out the world but I haven't in awhile truly from the heart is there somewhere you suggest i start.

blessedbethyname101 · Aug 15, 2016

Yes, since the New Testament is the basis of what we should know about Christ, you should start from the New Testament.

Since I think you should read short passages at first, I would start with Timothy 1 and 2. Then, if it all makes sense, go to Romans. I really admire Apostle Paul and His Letters. I also can relate to him since he had a weakness "a thorn" in his side.

The other parts of Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John are stating the Gospel from their viewpoints. I would pick one to read and know it well. I like reading from Matthew since my pastor from church quotes it in his sermons.

When you finish reading all of the New Testament, then I would read the Old Testament for historical and anecdotal purposes.

I'm sure at your church there is a Bible study group. I encourage you to attend. I am attending one now and we are studying Nehemiah now.

Some people read the Bible from cover to cover again and again. I think this is good. However, reading without understanding the meaning is pointless. Hence, I would seek guidance from a pastor or from Bible study to really truly understand the point of what is being written.

You should also try to attend church to have fellowship with other Christians for support. There are many groups at church you can attend. I used to think that I did not need church either. I was wrong. One good Christian told me,"A Christian alone is in danger." I would try to make Christian friends your age to have others who can be there for you and offer their advice when necessary. I would not be alone at your age.

Job8 · Aug 15, 2016

Justice b said:
why are people more blessed then me

One of the biggest mistakes we can make is to start comparing ourselves to others. Chances are that you are more blessed than 99% of the world's population. There is a song about counting your blessings. Learn it and sing it.

Justice b said:
half of the struggles I through aren't from my decisions but my moms too never finish college and get a goood career does this all matter in the long run

No. A college degree and a career are not the most important things in life. While I have an advanced degree, too much is made of college education, and today it means very little. Your goal should not be a career as such, but a definite and clear purpose in life,which relates to the Kingdom of God.

Justice b said:
Why wasn't I able to play college basketball an get scouted even though I was pretty Good it was always a dream of mine it's just gotten to the point where I'm upset all the time an even with God

Again, success is sports is a fleeting thing and only lasts so long. Sports are meant for recreation and fitness, not what professional sports have become. So once again, this relates to point #2 -- find a solid, definite purpose in life, which is actually a ministry. Outstanding service to others is the most satisfactory thing for anyone to achieve.

Justice b said:
A situation where success seems so far

Since you are only 20 years old, learn the laws of achievement and apply them to yourself. Study the lives of those who began with no education and no money and achieved a great deal, e.g. Thomas Edison. He began with many disadvantages but became one of the greatest inventors by applying certain principles to his life.

Pamelav · Aug 15, 2016

Prayers for you.

rockytopva · Aug 15, 2016

Father I pray blessings on this request and upon this life in Jesus name I pray. Also taking these needs before God in prayer on the 1:15PM bbnradio.org Family Altar program.

sekir · Aug 16, 2016

I guess i had your thoughts but now am love myself

Praying for you dear

look4hope · Aug 16, 2016

Hi there. All great replies here. @Job8, i totally agree with what you have said--Just echoing the sentiment.

The older you get, the more you realize comparing is such a waste of time. You are the only you in this world, so try to not to take yourself for granted.

Prayers & Blessings.

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