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There's a book called The Bible...Hello @Lenno, though we, as believers, have been given a new nature by God .. e.g. Ezekiel 36:26-27; John 3:3; 2 Corinthians 5:17, our old nature/old man/old self is always nearby, ready to rear its ugly head and make a mess of things. We, in fact, will not be completely free of our "old self" (old nature) on this side of the grave, so we are commanded to put off our old self and put on the new, day by day, or minute by minute, as necessary .. e.g. Ephesians 4:22-24, cf Romans 12:2.
Also, as a new believer, you need to have a growing understanding and awareness of the fact that you, like the rest of us, have a common enemy now (Satan and his demons), who whisper lies, deceptions and half-truths into a believer's ears (so to speak) to tempt us to turn from God by getting us to doubt the truth that He's given us in His word.
You need to resist him by taking such thoughts and feelings "captive" at the very moment that they enter your mind .. 2 Corinthians 10:5; James 4:7.
There is a book, a collection of short stories actually, by C.S. Lewis called, The Screwtape Letters, that would be worth reading (if you have not already done so), especially since it is now free to read online (see the link above). The principal characters in the book are two demons, and it is from their perspective that Lewis writes his book (he first read each of the stories on the radio in England during the 1940's, if memory serves, and the collection/book is now considered to be one of our Christian classics
What this book will help you understand (even though it's fiction) is what the demons are up to/how and why they operate in your life as they do (so that you will be able to more easily and more quickly recognize their attacks for what they truly are and then resist them
One thing to remember is that since this book was written from the demons' POV, it is unlike any other Christian book that you will probably ever read (whenever you see the word "Enemy" in this book, for instance, you know that the Person being talked about is God). Be sure to read the Preface and any other intro material to gain a better understanding of it.
Finally, it would be a good idea to talk to your pastor and tell him what you are going through right now, both for his help & counsel, and so that he will know how he can be praying for you too.
Praying for you!
God bless you!!
--David
Everyone is tempted to sin. Doubt is not unusual. Satan hates new Christians and tries to put them down. Ask Lord Jesus to strengthen you so that you will be able to resist. Also be sure to pray "Do not lead me into temptation but deliver me from evil". And if you do fail, it's not the end of the world. Confess your sin and get on with living.
Thankyou for your prayers and information. I am a member of a local church
Thankyou for your words and prayersHello @Lenno, though we, as believers, have been given a new nature by God .. e.g. Ezekiel 36:26-27; John 3:3; 2 Corinthians 5:17, our old nature/old man/old self is always nearby, ready to rear its ugly head and make a mess of things. We, in fact, will not be completely free of our "old self" (old nature) on this side of the grave, so we are commanded to put off our old self and put on the new, day by day, or minute by minute, as necessary .. e.g. Ephesians 4:22-24, cf Romans 12:2.
Also, as a new believer, you need to have a growing understanding and awareness of the fact that you, like the rest of us, have a common enemy now (Satan and his demons), who whisper lies, deceptions and half-truths into a believer's ears (so to speak) to tempt us to turn from God by getting us to doubt the truth that He's given us in His word.
You need to resist him by taking such thoughts and feelings "captive" at the very moment that they enter your mind .. 2 Corinthians 10:5; James 4:7.
There is a book, a collection of short stories actually, by C.S. Lewis called, The Screwtape Letters, that would be worth reading (if you have not already done so), especially since it is now free to read online (see the link above). The principal characters in the book are two demons, and it is from their perspective that Lewis writes his book (he first read each of the stories on the radio in England during the 1940's, if memory serves, and the collection/book is now considered to be one of our Christian classics
What this book will help you understand (even though it's fiction) is what the demons are up to/how and why they operate in your life as they do (so that you will be able to more easily and more quickly recognize their attacks for what they truly are and then resist them
One thing to remember is that since this book was written from the demons' POV, it is unlike any other Christian book that you will probably ever read (whenever you see the word "Enemy" in this book, for instance, you know that the Person being talked about is God). Be sure to read the Preface and any other intro material to gain a better understanding of it.
Finally, it would be a good idea to talk to your pastor and tell him what you are going through right now, both for his help & counsel, and so that he will know how he can be praying for you too.
Praying for you!
God bless you!!
--David
Thankyou for your words and prayers. I will not sin. I am however plagued by worry. Please pray that worry doesn’t ruin my life. God bless you Savedbygrace
Thankyou for your words and prayers. I will not sin. I’m ruined by worry though so please pray I can somehow break the worry cycle
Thankyou for your words and prayers. I’m ruined by worry also please pray that worry doesn’t ruin my life
Christ knew you and I would need to pray, and would need to know how best to pray.
I found this advice on forgiving others very helpful Thankyou. I would like eventually to forgive all those that have wronged me but for now when I can’t forgive someone I’m asking god to help me forgive them asap I think this has worked in one case for me (my school bully, the main one). Your reminder to pray the Lord’s Prayer is also fitting so Thankyou and god bless
