Binging

[Leet]

I have a problem with binge drinking. Same old pattern, once a week I get drunk in my room. I enjoy it, then I feel guilty for a couple of days, pray guilty prayers, read the Word. A few more days of sloppy living in general, then I drink again. I've been depressed and anxious my entire life and it gives me something to look forward to, terrible as it sounds. But I know it's a sin and it's bad for my health. My relationship with the Lord has always been up and down. I remember being on fire in spots when I was young, I'm now in my 40s. I have a loving husband and two kids but I have no backbone or purpose and I'm crying inside.

 

[musicalpilgrim]

I have a problem with binge drinking. Same old pattern, once a week I get drunk in my room. I enjoy it, then I feel guilty for a couple of days, pray guilty prayers, read the Word. A few more days of sloppy living in general, then I drink again. I've been depressed and anxious my entire life and it gives me something to look forward to, terrible as it sounds. But I know it's a sin and it's bad for my health. My relationship with the Lord has always been up and down. I remember being on fire in spots when I was young, I'm now in my 40s. I have a loving husband and two kids but I have no backbone or purpose and I'm crying inside.

I pray that you desire more of the Lord in your life,
I recommend books on people's journeys on The Way and devotional books. Seek the Lord with all of your heart and soul and mind, it is an amazing journey.

 

[Blade]

the basics.. Christ is always for you. What hurts is.. If He opened your eyes .. you would see that He has not judged you...not once. He never condemned you. I know exactly how you feel. I am in my 50's...but something a wonderful person of God said.. no one controls you. No one makes us do anything.

If we reread the word of God.. we find its all Him. The peace of God will... put on the whole armor of God.. be strong in the power of HIS might. Jesus.. I give you my peace. On and on. its ALL HIM! So.. cry out to Him.. KNOW He hears you. KNOW He WILL make a way out for you. You are NOT alone.. He never left you.

Remember HE CANT LIE! Did not He tell you that what He has started in you .. He WILL WILL WILL finish! This is not a hope.. a dream.. JESUS IS REAL! He NEVER EVER gives up on you.. so.. grab His hand and HOLD ON! He will make a way out.. promise.

 

[Leet]

Thank you for your prayers and I'm soaking in your words. ❤

 

[Richard Mulcahy]

Thank you for your prayers and I'm soaking in your words. ❤

 

[Broken Fence]

Greetings Leet,
I am encouraged by your faithfulness in The Lord you have believed in Him for a very long time. I am reminded of Noah who according to The Bible was a drunkard, yet he found grace. God used him to save humanity and all animals.
I suffer from low self esteem at times my mom tells me I have to love myself to love others as myself. I am a work in progress. I would encourage you in The Lord. He is a mighty warrior and He will never stop fighting for you. Grace be with you and may The Holy Spirit be upon you and encourage you.