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[shannonguthmuller]

Hi everyone. Esp Rebecca. I just wanted to say that I am doing so much better. Between medication and counseling I am no longer in that dark place. Rebecca, however, was the very first person that I could relate to and she really gave me some hope that what I was going through was actually OCD. Even believing that was a real issue in the beginning. The counciler that I speak to weekly told me that "the truth will set you free". John 8:32. And that truth is not in the feelings I have, that it is by grace. Also, part of that truth for me to believe was to believe it was OCD I had. Accepting that has made it much easier, easier than believing and entertaining all those confusing lies inside my head.Being able to see that the Lord is not waiting for me to prove myself to Him that I am worthy of His love but rather that His grace is sufficient and is a free gift that He wants me too have. Well I just wanted to share a little of how the Lord has blessed me and has helped me. I am by no means "all better" nor do I think I really have a firm grasp of the Lords love and His grace however, He has delivered me to a place where it is now possible for me to continue seeking Him without harrassing thoughts of impending doom and doubt. Praise God. -Shannon

 

[Jayangel81]

I hope things keep getting better for you, youre in my prayers.
God is awesome and faithful. Praise the Lord!

 

[ObsessedButBlessed]

I saw on another post you've worked with Pastor Snapp. Way to go! I worked with him for two sessions, but that was before I had religious obsessions. He has some great insight, and having dealt with OCD himself, is a wonderful first-hand experienced person. I'm really glad you got to talk to him, he's a wonderful source of help.

 

[babegirl111]

That is a blessing girl! I am happy for you! GOD BLESS!

 

[QUannie]

Shannon,
I am so glad for you...I too am learning those things that you spoke of.
I am in a study called Search for Significance.....the lesson on Jesus justifying us is huge for me. Right now as i am faults and all, I am completley forgiven for all past present and future sins, and I am totally accepted by God! One morning a week ago when I was kind of in and out of sleep i starting obcessing about something and even while I was 1/2 asleep it was the Holy Spirit put a picture of Christ in my mind, on the cross, bleeding, and the scripture about renewing your mind.... i was able to say, Christ took God's anger from me, He took my punishment, He has made me right with God,.....He has done it all! That was one of the best days I have ever had! Knowing that truth is a safe place to be able to grow and learn how to deal with our OCD, and BE SAFE!!
Blessings,
I prayed for you continue progress,
Q

 

[babegirl111]

Aw Q, I am glad to hear that! You know, GOD speaks to us in so many different ways. We always seem to know when it is HIM TOO. WE ALSO KNOW THAT THE HOLY SPIRIT DWELLS IN US! That is a blessing! GOD BLESS YOU!