A man at the end

[Neogaia777]

I'm at the end of my rope, I'm about to lose my house, and probably have to live out of my car (if it's still running, it's having problems now), and or on the streets or out of the mission, and may have to learn how to ride a bike. I've been married for the past twelve years to the love of my life, and now I'm going to lose her, we have to separate, she's going to live with family, I have no where to go.

We (she) has a daughter, and right now were out of and can't afford groceries, I have mounting debts, that garnish my checks if and when I get them.

I don't have any friends (I've been married for the last twelve years) and my family, didn't originally agree with our marriage, and so I've lost ties with most of them to. My Mother and Father are dead, and I have no children. There is no one I can think of that will "help" me, I don't know.

I'm going from a man who had it all, to a man that has nothing, It's not fair

I know I'm not the only one facing these problems, but I feel like a man at the end of his rope, that's why I came here, I came here looking for something I know not what. I mean, who's really going to care if a single white male, who has no parents and no children, and who is projected as not being "smart" enough to make a significant contibution to today's society, but rather will become a dependent of the system. Who's really going to care if I end up on the streets tomorrow huh?

Well, I suppose if you guys don't hear from me you'll know what happened, just another one who fell through the cracks.

I need Jesus to help me, I'm not ready for what's ahead in my life.

 

[7angel]

Perhaps, through this reading - God give you the value - and the inspiration to face your problem.

After this triumph of David over Goliath, had to endure many hardships, because that's how God prepared him to face all that would follow.

All that is impossible for us not to God.

1 Samuel 17

41. With his shield-bearer marching before him, the Philistine also advanced closer and closer to David.
42. When he had sized David up, and seen that he was youthful, and ruddy, and handsome in appearance, he held him in contempt.
43. The Philistine said to David, "Am I a dog that you come against me with a staff?" Then the Philistine cursed David by his gods
44. and said to him, "Come here to me, and I will leave your flesh for the birds of the air and the beasts of the field."
45. David answered him: "You come against me with sword and spear and scimitar, but I come against you in the name of the LORD of hosts, the God of the armies of Israel that you have insulted.
46. Today the LORD shall deliver you into my hand; I will strike you down and cut off your head. This very day I will leave your corpse and the corpses of the Philistine army for the birds of the air and the beasts of the field; thus the whole land shall learn that Israel has a God.
47. All this multitude, too, shall learn that it is not by sword or spear that the LORD saves. For the battle is the LORD'S, and he shall deliver you into our hands."
48. The Philistine then moved to meet David at close quarters, while David ran quickly toward the battle line in the direction of the Philistine.
49. David put his hand into the bag and took out a stone, hurled it with the sling, and struck the Philistine on the forehead. The stone embedded itself in his brow, and he fell prostrate on the ground.
50. (Thus David overcame the Philistine with sling and stone; he struck the Philistine mortally, and did it without a sword.)
51. Then David ran and stood over him; with the Philistine's own sword (which he drew from its sheath) he dispatched him and cut off his head.When they saw that their hero was dead, the Philistines took to flight.

 

[sedg]

I'm at the end of my rope, I'm about to lose my house, and probably have to live out of my car (if it's still running, it's having problems now), and or on the streets or out of the mission, and may have to learn how to ride a bike. I've been married for the past twelve years to the love of my life, and now I'm going to lose her, we have to separate, she's going to live with family, I have no where to go.

We (she) has a daughter, and right now were out of and can't afford groceries, I have mounting debts, that garnish my checks if and when I get them.

I don't have any friends (I've been married for the last twelve years) and my family, didn't originally agree with our marriage, and so I've lost ties with most of them to. My Mother and Father are dead, and I have no children. There is no one I can think of that will "help" me, I don't know.

I'm going from a man who had it all, to a man that has nothing, It's not fair

I know I'm not the only one facing these problems, but I feel like a man at the end of his rope, that's why I came here, I came here looking for something I know not what. I mean, who's really going to care if a single white male, who has no parents and no children, and who is projected as not being "smart" enough to make a significant contibution to today's society, but rather will become a dependent of the system. Who's really going to care if I end up on the streets tomorrow huh?

Well, I suppose if you guys don't hear from me you'll know what happened, just another one who fell through the cracks.

I need Jesus to help me, I'm not ready for what's ahead in my life.

IMHO, you answered your own question when you said "I need Jesus to help me". Place all your burdens upon Him, and be thankful for what you do have...salvation and eternal life through Christ and will inherit all things with Christ. Draw close to God and God will draw close to you.

It is possible through the fruits of the Holy Spirit to have peace and joy under any circumstance if you try to focus on these eternal/spiritual things. Paul was beaten and thrown in jail and still sang songs of praise to God! Christians were burnt at the stake and went up in flames singing songs of praise to God....so it is possible through the Holy Spirit.

Ask God to fill you full of His Holy Spirit, and for Him to give you wisdom....He promises in His word to give both to those who ask.Take the time to get spiritually focused and draw near to God so you can make the right choices, etc.

I sure don't mean to downplay your situation, quite the opposite, and you are in my prayers.

We all came into this world with nothing (as far as material stuff) and we sure won't be taking anything with us when we leave.

Perhaps beginning focusing on doing all you can in your situation for the Kingdom of God and start working on storing up some treasure in Heaven for yourself, these are the things that really going to matter in the end.

Father God, I pray for my brother here, that you would please fill him with your peace and joy that surpasses all understanding and help him through this trying time in his life. I pray that you would help him draw near to you so that he will place all his burdens upon you, and that you will protect and provide for him, and reveal to him how to proceed through this hard time in his life.

Thank you Father, in the mighty name of Jesus Christ I pray, amen.

 

[ByTheSpirit]

Man the Lord Himself used these 2 verses to save my soul and deliver me from depression, anxiety, and PTSD.

Proverbs 3:5-6, "Trust in the LORD with ALL your heart, and lean not on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge Him, and He will direct your paths."

God is always willing to help you, seek Him out you will find Him (Jeremiah 29:13) Go and ask a local church for help, resources. If they turn you away, they have much more severe problems than their turning you away. There are people and organizations that help those in need. Reach out to God and others, you will see God move on your behalf.

 

[Christownsme]

I'm praying for you, brother.

 

[thesunisout]

I'm at the end of my rope, I'm about to lose my house, and probably have to live out of my car (if it's still running, it's having problems now), and or on the streets or out of the mission, and may have to learn how to ride a bike. I've been married for the past twelve years to the love of my life, and now I'm going to lose her, we have to separate, she's going to live with family, I have no where to go.

We (she) has a daughter, and right now were out of and can't afford groceries, I have mounting debts, that garnish my checks if and when I get them.

I don't have any friends (I've been married for the last twelve years) and my family, didn't originally agree with our marriage, and so I've lost ties with most of them to. My Mother and Father are dead, and I have no children. There is no one I can think of that will "help" me, I don't know.

I'm going from a man who had it all, to a man that has nothing, It's not fair

I know I'm not the only one facing these problems, but I feel like a man at the end of his rope, that's why I came here, I came here looking for something I know not what. I mean, who's really going to care if a single white male, who has no parents and no children, and who is projected as not being "smart" enough to make a significant contibution to today's society, but rather will become a dependent of the system. Who's really going to care if I end up on the streets tomorrow huh?

Well, I suppose if you guys don't hear from me you'll know what happened, just another one who fell through the cracks.

I need Jesus to help me, I'm not ready for what's ahead in my life.

Hey bro, I know what it's like to lose it all and end up on the streets. I don't know the whys of why this is happening to you (my guess is that you've been trying to run your life without God) but this is God tapping you on the shoulder and saying, Remember me? Often, if we won't submit to God, He will let you come to a place where you absolutely need him, all the time. This sounds like one of those places.

Take a deep breath and relax. God is still God whether you have it all or you have nothing. He is Lord over this situation, and you have to trust Him. The more you trust in Him, the easier this is going to be. I don't know where God is leading you but He has a plan. Trust in that, each and every day.

You need to fully submit to God. Acknowledge that this is bigger than you, and that you can't handle it. Turn it all over to Him. Don't give any opportunity to the devil by hanging on to anger or stubborn pride.

The good news is, if you trust Him, God is going to show you some incredible things. This is an amazing opportunity for you to draw near to God, and when you do, you are going to learn quite a bit about His power and purpose in your life. You are going to see that God works in ways you've never imagined before.

Trust me, I know, because I've seen it. Once I trusted in Gods providence, and trusted Him to take care of it all, He guided me through it, and I lacked nothing. There will be bumps, and there will be trials to test your faith. Don't give up. Never give up. God will see you through it; be patient and trust Him.

I know you're hurting big time..let God be Lord of that too. There is a greater purpose in your life:

1 Peter 1:6-7

In this you rejoice, though now for a little while, if necessary, you have been grieved by various trials so that the tested genuineness of your faith—more precious than gold that perishes though it is tested by fire—may be found to result in praise and glory and honor at the revelation of Jesus Christ

I am praying for you brother. Please stay in touch with us..use a library. I care about what is happening to you. I don't have much but if I can help you I will do it. God bless you.

 

[Neogaia777]

Thank you all for your heartfelt replies, I am deeply considering your words, Sorry if I don't get to each one individually, I'm not highly experienced at using the forums.

I ran into something (some other life-form) in my life that scarred the crap out of me and made me think twice about praying or even speaking in general.

Here's my problem I don't know if this other life-form was God, or whether it was the Great deciever. I think it was the same power, but that I was confronted by one at first, and I sensed another "Jesus" save me from it later on, using the same methods and or abilities, (can Jesus steal anothers powers over another).

So there were multiple forces at work in my life, I was headed down the road to being a paranoid scitzophrenic, and Jesus saved me from that. I felt a bunch of deeply spiritual connections to almost everything around me, but there were side effects, once I became scarred of it (fell into fear) things turned bad for a while.

Anyway I give all the credit to Yahweh, and Jesus.

I'm sorry to come here and just dump my burdens on you people, I posted this orignal posting on a bad day when everything was getting to me. Right now, I just wanna post and get my mind off the reality of my situation.

So anyways, now I'm almost afraid to speak or pray, because when I was doing it before, all kinds of weird things started happening around me, and I couldn't be sure where they were coming from. I think I encountered more than a few "spirits", but as to whether these did me right or wrong, I cannot say. I can say that "it" (the treatment by it) was borderline, and someone, (a spirit) was walking that line very carefully, (so as not to come under Judgment)

As you can tell I'm still having difficulty sorting out my whole experience. If I give this "thing" lordship of my life how can I know I am not being decieved by the one who can appear as an "angel of light" in my life.

 

[thesunisout]

Thank you all for your heartfelt replies, I am deeply considering your words, Sorry if I don't get to each one individually, I'm not highly experienced at using the forums.

I ran into something (some other life-form) in my life that scarred the crap out of me and made me think twice about praying or even speaking in general.

Here's my problem I don't know if this other life-form was God, or whether it was the Great deciever. I think it was the same power, but that I was confronted by one at first, and I sensed another "Jesus" save me from it later on, using the same methods and or abilities, (can Jesus steal anothers powers over another).

So there were multiple forces at work in my life, I was headed down the road to being a paranoid scitzophrenic, and Jesus saved me from that. I felt a bunch of deeply spiritual connections to almost everything around me, but there were side effects, once I became scarred of it (fell into fear) things turned bad for a while.

Anyway I give all the credit to Yahweh, and Jesus.

I'm sorry to come here and just dump my burdens on you people, I posted this orignal posting on a bad day when everything was getting to me. Right now, I just wanna post and get my mind off the reality of my situation.

So anyways, now I'm almost afraid to speak or pray, because when I was doing it before, all kinds of weird things started happening around me, and I couldn't be sure where they were coming from. I think I encountered more than a few "spirits", but as to whether these did me right or wrong, I cannot say. I can say that "it" (the treatment by it) was borderline, and someone, (a spirit) was walking that line very carefully, (so as not to come under Judgment)

As you can tell I'm still having difficulty sorting out my whole experience. If I give this "thing" lordship of my life how can I know I am not being decieved by the one who can appear as an "angel of light" in my life.

Jesus is God; He has no equal. When you encounter the living God, you'll know who you are talking to. Frankly, some of the things you are saying don't make very much sense. Where are you at in your relationship with the Lord? Do you believe in the Holy Trinity? Are you born again? If so, what does being born again mean to you?

 

[seeingeyes]

Here's my problem I don't know if this other life-form was God, or whether it was the Great deciever. I think it was the same power, but that I was confronted by one at first, and I sensed another "Jesus" save me from it later on, using the same methods and or abilities, (can Jesus steal anothers powers over another).
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So anyways, now I'm almost afraid to speak or pray, because when I was doing it before, all kinds of weird things started happening around me, and I couldn't be sure where they were coming from. I think I encountered more than a few "spirits", but as to whether these did me right or wrong, I cannot say. I can say that "it" (the treatment by it) was borderline, and someone, (a spirit) was walking that line very carefully, (so as not to come under Judgment)

As you can tell I'm still having difficulty sorting out my whole experience. If I give this "thing" lordship of my life how can I know I am not being decieved by the one who can appear as an "angel of light" in my life.

Jesus said, "I am the good shepherd; I know my sheep and my sheep know me— just as the Father knows me and I know the Father—and I lay down my life for the sheep. "

So how can you know which "voice" to listen to? Any voice, whether good or evil or indifferent, can give you orders. Only one Voice lays down his life for you.

"My sheep listen to my voice; I know them, and they follow me. I give them eternal life, and they shall never perish; no one can snatch them out of my hand. My Father, who has given them to me, is greater than all; no one can snatch them out of my Father’s hand."

Here is another standard from Jesus: “A new command I give you: Love one another. As I have loved you, so you must love one another. By this all men will know that you are my disciples, if you love one another.”

If any voice does not speak in love, it is not from our Father. And not just a little bit of love, but the kind of love that gives up it's very life for another.




I am so sorry to hear of your trouble.

Dad in heaven, please stand next to this man during such a horrible time. Show him your grace and love. Let him be surrounded by brothers and sisters who can help him up, and can help him hear your voice. Amen.

 

[revrobor]

I don't know where you live but in the U.S. there are both secular and Christian agencies that can help you in addition to many churches. Back in the '80s when I had no job or food or home for me and my wife and five children I turned to the Salvation Army who housed and fed us for six weeks until I got a job and found a house to rent. God has put you on this Earth for a purpose. You are not at the "end of your rope" until GOD says you're done. My wife's family didn't care for our marriage (primarily because she was a Missouri Synod Lutheran and I was a divorced Baptist) but we chose to honor our commitment to God and ourselves. Last January we celebrated 42 years of marriage which is longer than some of her Lutheran family's marriages lasted.

 

[Neogaia777]

Jesus is God; He has no equal. When you encounter the living God, you'll know who you are talking to. Frankly, some of the things you are saying don't make very much sense. Where are you at in your relationship with the Lord? Do you believe in the Holy Trinity? Are you born again? If so, what does being born again mean to you?

"Where are you at in your relationship with the Lord?" I don't know.

"Do you believe in the Holy Trinity?" I believe in the existence of many spirits including God, the Father, Jesus as his Son, and our Lord and Savior, and I believe the Holy Spirit is out there too, so I guess I believe in the trinity, I pray to God in Jesus name.

"Are you born again? If so, what does being born again mean to you?" I have not been baptized or have yet to consider myself "born again" in any form... I don't know what this would mean to me, a fundamental change in my life maybe, but I'm too weak, I know I have habits (sins) that the Father does not approve of, I would change these things if I could but I can't and I therefore remain separated from god.

That's currently "where I'm at"

 

[seeingeyes]

"Are you born again? If so, what does being born again mean to you?" I have not been baptized or have yet to consider myself "born again" in any form... I don't know what this would mean to me, a fundamental change in my life maybe, but I'm too weak, I know I have habits (sins) that the Father does not approve of, I would change these things if I could but I can't and I therefore remain separated from god.

That's currently "where I'm at"

You "are" exactly where you are supposed to be.

To some who were confident of their own righteousness and looked down on everybody else, Jesus told this parable: “Two men went up to the temple to pray, one a Pharisee and the other a tax collector. The Pharisee stood up and prayed about himself: ‘God, I thank you that I am not like other men—robbers, evildoers, adulterers—or even like this tax collector. I fast twice a week and give a tenth of all I get.’

“But the tax collector stood at a distance. He would not even look up to heaven, but beat his breast and said, ‘God, have mercy on me, a sinner.’
“I tell you that this man, rather than the other, went home justified before God. For everyone who exalts himself will be humbled, and he who humbles himself will be exalted.”(Luke 18:9-14)


Still praying for you, friend.

 

[His_disciple3]

"Where are you at in your relationship with the Lord?" I don't know.

"Do you believe in the Holy Trinity?" I believe in the existence of many spirits including God, the Father, Jesus as his Son, and our Lord and Savior, and I believe the Holy Spirit is out there too, so I guess I believe in the trinity, I pray to God in Jesus name.

"Are you born again? If so, what does being born again mean to you?" I have not been baptized or have yet to consider myself "born again" in any form... I don't know what this would mean to me, a fundamental change in my life maybe, but I'm too weak, I know I have habits (sins) that the Father does not approve of, I would change these things if I could but I can't and I therefore remain separated from god.

That's currently "where I'm at"

I know that most Christians sin, but not all Christians try and change to word of God to justify that sin, they realize that they are sinning, conviction from God comes to them, and that is how they know they are of God, God corrects His Children. but I have seen one of your other threads, and trying to re-define marriage is adding to or taking away from the Word of God. Now I am not judging and I feel for you, but we must examine our own hearts , if you admit you are in open sin then It is not a question can I stop or not, It is a: I must stop!

 

[JHM]

@Neogaia777 : I don't know where you live or how old you are, but I am 68 years old, and I make a living by working as a courier. That is one field where jobs are usually readily available, and though it won't make you rich, you can at least get by.

Hope this helps.

 

[TheMightyTurtle]

Humble yourself and make it happen. There's work out there for those who aren't too full of pride to work in fast food, gas stations, retail, etc.

You don't have to live in a castle when a hut does the same function for far less.

Wages can only be garnished up to 40% gross, btw...at least in the USA.

 

[Neogaia777]

I know that most Christians sin, but not all Christians try and change to word of God to justify that sin, they realize that they are sinning, conviction from God comes to them, and that is how they know they are of God, God corrects His Children. but I have seen one of your other threads, and trying to re-define marriage is adding to or taking away from the Word of God. Now I am not judging and I feel for you, but we must examine our own hearts , if you admit you are in open sin then It is not a question can I stop or not, It is a: I must stop!

I was just trying to concieve/percieve God on a universal scale, and you obviously take offense. It is said that the angels are neither male nor female doesn't it? So, at some point in our studies were going to run into these kinds of debatable and highly controversial issues,

Some day were going to have to reconcile the Bible with the modern world, I'm sorry if it offends, and am especially sorry if it stumbles you.

I admit I am in open sin with God, I wish I could change it but I can't, so the only thing left to do is trudge on, and try and come up with and think of ideas of how to reconcile the Bible with the modern world, in my opinion

I can't just "stop" sinning all of the sudden, I don't know how people do it, you say you just "stop" but I am to weak for that I guess.

 

[thesunisout]

"Where are you at in your relationship with the Lord?" I don't know.
"Do you believe in the Holy Trinity?" I believe in the existence of many spirits including God, the Father, Jesus as his Son, and our Lord and Savior, and I believe the Holy Spirit is out there too, so I guess I believe in the trinity, I pray to God in Jesus name.

What other spirits do you believe in?

"Are you born again? If so, what does being born again mean to you?" I have not been baptized or have yet to consider myself "born again" in any form... I don't know what this would mean to me, a fundamental change in my life maybe, but I'm too weak, I know I have habits (sins) that the Father does not approve of, I would change these things if I could but I can't and I therefore remain separated from god.
That's currently "where I'm at"

If you're not born again then you have no relationship with God at all. God may be merciful to you and give you some information here and there, but He generally doesn't listen to sinners, You are assuredly hearing from deceitful spirits (demons) which are masquarading as God or something good, and lying to you and manipulating you.

Being born again is a supernatural transformation of your being, because it is then that you will receive the Holy Spirit. When you receive the Holy Spirit, you will be brand new because God will give you a new spirit and cleanse you from sin. What you need to do is repent (which means turn away) from your sins, believe in your heart that Jesus was raised from the dead, and confess Him as your Lord and Savior.

The reason you cannot stop sinning is because you don't have the Holy Spirit. You need His help to stop sinning. You need to set your heart towards God and give your entire life to Him. Pray this prayer to Him (and mean it sincerely)

Lord Jesus, I know that you died on the cross for my sins, and that your Heavenly Father raised you from the dead. I believe that with all of my heart. Lord Jesus, I ask you right now to forgive me for all of my sins. I ask you to wash them away with your blood. I am turning away from my sins right now.

Lord Jesus, I can't handle this life by myself anymore, so I am turning my life over to you. I invite you to come into my life right now as Lord and Savior. Please give me a new life in the family of God, as an adopted son. Please make me new. Please Lord Jesus, send me your Holy Spirit to make me new. Please give me the gift of faith. I thank you so much for forgiving me of all my sins and saving me, Lord Jesus. Thank you. Amen.

If you meant these words, you will be saved. The Holy Spirit will help you overcome your sins and keep you living a sanctified life for God. You need to follow Him, start reading your bible every day, and find a good church. You also need to get baptized.

Come back and let me know if you've prayed the prayer I gave you, and what happened..

 

[Sadalmelik]

Humble yourself and make it happen. There's work out there for those who aren't too full of pride to work in fast food, gas stations, retail, etc.

You don't have to live in a castle when a hut does the same function for far less.

Wages can only be garnished up to 40% gross, btw...at least in the USA.

ok, well not to sound pessimistic here, but though your words sound theoretically nice and all, theres a problem with it....if someone goes out and makes 8.00 an hour (working at mcdonalds or similiar), even 40 hours a week, that equates to what, 320.00 per week, take out 40% of that, your left with 192.00 per week, take out 23.oo fed, 14.00 state, 10.00 soc.sec., prob being conservative with those numbers. were down to 145.oo per week, subtract another 45.00 per week for gas/ transport. again being conserv. considering gas is 4.oo per/gal in many places, were now down to 100.00 per week. subtract any other expenses that i have not yet taken out of the check, ie..medical/dental/eye/life insur., car payments/car insur., food for the week and rent,,,,,i would say your at well, you would not be in positive territory anymore, and im not going into negative numbers.....please people, can we not live in a fantasy land and say things that might sound good, but when brought to its fluition, make no sense at all......i suggest you ask the Lord for guidance and allow the Holyspirit to guide you thru this.....or you can take the prev posts advice and go work for nothing, im sure that would add 'alot' to your already 'hopeless' situation.

the people that suggest this type of advice are either rich, and forgotten what its like to live on minimum wage....or they want everyone else to have to work slave wages and basically become a slave to corp america because they have to do it, so they feel everyone else should have to do the same.


i will pray for you brother, and you will come out of this, if you put your trust, fully in the Lord to handle it for you, and listen to Him and let Him guide you, not people here on cf.

 

[TheMightyTurtle]

ok, well not to sound pessimistic here, but though your words sound theoretically nice and all, theres a problem with it....if someone goes out and makes 8.00 an hour (working at mcdonalds or similiar), even 40 hours a week, that equates to what, 320.00 per week, take out 40% of that, your left with 192.00 per week, take out 23.oo fed, 14.00 state, 10.00 soc.sec., prob being conservative with those numbers. were down to 145.oo per week, subtract another 45.00 per week for gas/ transport. again being conserv. considering gas is 4.oo per/gal in many places, were now down to 100.00 per week. subtract any other expenses that i have not yet taken out of the check, ie..medical/dental/eye/life insur., car payments/car insur., food for the week and rent,,,,,i would say your at well, you would not be in positive territory anymore, and im not going into negative numbers.....please people, can we not live in a fantasy land and say things that might sound good, but when brought to its fluition, make no sense at all......i suggest you ask the Lord for guidance and allow the Holyspirit to guide you thru this.....or you can take the prev posts advice and go work for nothing, im sure that would add 'alot' to your already 'hopeless' situation.

the people that suggest this type of advice are either rich, and forgotten what its like to live on minimum wage....or they want everyone else to have to work slave wages and basically become a slave to corp america because they have to do it, so they feel everyone else should have to do the same.

Get a second job then. I am an out of work civil engineer who's installing DirecTv since I can't put my previous employment experience to work for now. With a wife and 2 young boys (5 and 1), not having a source of income with which to provide is not an option.

I'll say it again, humble yourself and make it happen.

 

[Sadalmelik]

What other spirits do you believe in?



If you're not born again then you have no relationship with God at all. God may be merciful to you and give you some information here and there, but He generally doesn't listen to sinners, You are assuredly hearing from deceitful spirits (demons) which are masquarading as God or something good, and lying to you and manipulating you.

Being born again is a supernatural transformation of your being, because it is then that you will receive the Holy Spirit. When you receive the Holy Spirit, you will be brand new because God will give you a new spirit and cleanse you from sin. What you need to do is repent (which means turn away) from your sins, believe in your heart that Jesus was raised from the dead, and confess Him as your Lord and Savior.

The reason you cannot stop sinning is because you don't have the Holy Spirit. You need His help to stop sinning. You need to set your heart towards God and give your entire life to Him. Pray this prayer to Him (and mean it sincerely)

Lord Jesus, I know that you died on the cross for my sins, and that your Heavenly Father raised you from the dead. I believe that with all of my heart. Lord Jesus, I ask you right now to forgive me for all of my sins. I ask you to wash them away with your blood. I am turning away from my sins right now.

Lord Jesus, I can't handle this life by myself anymore, so I am turning my life over to you. I invite you to come into my life right now as Lord and Savior. Please give me a new life in the family of God, as an adopted son. Please make me new. Please Lord Jesus, send me your Holy Spirit to make me new. Please give me the gift of faith. I thank you so much for forgiving me of all my sins and saving me, Lord Jesus. Thank you. Amen.

If you meant these words, you will be saved. The Holy Spirit will help you overcome your sins and keep you living a sanctified life for God. You need to follow Him, start reading your bible every day, and find a good church. You also need to get baptized.

Come back and let me know if you've prayed the prayer I gave you, and what happened..

ya, and another one who portrays him/herself to know whats in the heart of the person here....'your not born again, so your not a chrisitan, your a sinner',...sigh....

some of us christians do not believe we are perfect once 'saved', i am born again, and i am still a sinner....i often wonder how nice it must be to not be able to sin anymore....only the 'holier than thou crowd' know how that feels....