doubting God

[pixler]

I am a christian who reseently asked God to forgive me for my porn addiction and I repented. But lately, I've been having my doubts about God's existance and wether I am truly forgiven or not. This has been the worst yet. I've been trying to reach out to God but sometimes I feel He's not hearing me or not even there. Does satan know how close I'm getting to God and he's scared so he's doing anything he can to lie to me and distract me? I so muh desire to have my heart set on fire for God but I can't do that with doubt and without faith. What makes you believe in God?

 

[BlessEwe]

I am a christian who reseently asked God to forgive me for my porn addiction and I repented. But lately, I've been having my doubts about God's existance and wether I am truly forgiven or not. This has been the worst yet. I've been trying to reach out to God but sometimes I feel He's not hearing me or not even there. Does satan know how close I'm getting to God and he's scared so he's doing anything he can to lie to me and distract me? I so muh desire to have my heart set on fire for God but I can't do that with doubt and without faith. What makes you believe in God?

You got it! The enemy will use anything to try and put the wedge in between us and God. By the way God Bless on your recovery, this is wonderful. The important thing to do now is to keep in the word, andknow who you are in Christ. Also finding a way to forgive ourself is healing as well, and we beat ourself up. Think about the prodical son in the bible, the boy left to pursue his unhealthy lifestyle and returned broken. The father greeted him with open arms, and a forgiving heart. And as it says in the bible, God forgives you and today you have a clean slate. If you need to find a support group, this may be good to find the tools to help you if you become tempted. Giving you a

 

[cesty]

I am a christian who reseently asked God to forgive me for my porn addiction and I repented. But lately, I've been having my doubts about God's existance and wether I am truly forgiven or not. This has been the worst yet. I've been trying to reach out to God but sometimes I feel He's not hearing me or not even there. Does satan know how close I'm getting to God and he's scared so he's doing anything he can to lie to me and distract me? I so muh desire to have my heart set on fire for God but I can't do that with doubt and without faith. What makes you believe in God?

First of all, here's an article that you can read: Pornography - A Destroyer of Lives and Relationships

And here's a video that you can watch:

YouTube - God's Forgiveness

If you would like to discuss this further feel free to send me a PM.

P.S. God loves You

 

[EyezOFire]

I am a christian who reseently asked God to forgive me for my porn addiction and I repented. But lately, I've been having my doubts about God's existance and wether I am truly forgiven or not. This has been the worst yet. I've been trying to reach out to God but sometimes I feel He's not hearing me or not even there. Does satan know how close I'm getting to God and he's scared so he's doing anything he can to lie to me and distract me? I so muh desire to have my heart set on fire for God but I can't do that with doubt and without faith. What makes you believe in God?

I want to give you a breath of fresh air and provide a different perspective, you said something that is key. You said "I so much desire to have my heart set on fire for God." God is the one is who gave you that desire for Him.. Sounds like you are already on fire for God to me, it's not something you have to strive to create. It's already in there. Do all of our hearts grow wayward at times, absolutely, do we doubt God ?? God is big enough to handle all of our problems Your pornogrpahy problem, He's not afraid to deal with it. It doesnt scare him. It all comes through the atonement of Christ, not upon your efforts at maintaining sin. Each time you slip- trust in the atonement of Christ (this is repentance) then go about your day like nothing happened, forget it and move on. You dont have to throw yourself upon a religious rake and live in guilt. Just repent and move on... Place your trust in what Christ has done. It is that simple.....Or supposed to be. Remember nothing you can do will take away or add to the atoneing work of Jesus Christ. It is what it is whether you believe it or not..

 

[Johnnz]

Just try relaxing in your relationship with your Father. His hold on you is far greater than yours on Him.

We are meant to enjoy God not be insecure in our relationship and standing with Him.

Also, do you have well grounded reasons for believing in Him? Sometimes we try to 'have faith' in 'faith', just believe. As we mature that often will not suffice, especially in the hard times.

John
NZ

 

[simon the lost sheep]

I too am doubting if god is there for me after what happened to my wife. I feel let down as we were just about to start a family and everything. I've started to feel tempted by things i know are wrong.

 

[jupiterinka]

I too am doubting if god is there for me after what happened to my wife. I feel let down as we were just about to start a family and everything. I've started to feel tempted by things i know are wrong.

I don't know your situation, but my thoughts and prayers are with you! Hold on to the truth now during this time of your life.

 

[jupiterinka]

Pixler, I am so glad that you realize that to have anything to do with porn is not of God and that you want to be healed from your addiction. Remember, all things are possible with God! With Him on your side, you CAN beat this! It looks like you're not married. Please, work with God on healing this because you do not want to taint any future marriage with this. Plus, you already know it is not healthy for yourself.