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I over life. I am broke, unemployed and in debt. I feel I am a mistake in this world. Nothing really tends to work for me. If God can answer one prayer, it be to shorten my life.

I am a Christian and I over Christians over there that state when one becomes a Christian their life becomes better. That is a lie.

Pray for me.
 

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We live in a fallen world and would suggest studying theology of the cross. It makes much more sense of our existence as Christians.

God's blessings :pray:
 
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Thanks guys. It not easy and its hard as even if I have a job, its hard to keep it. If I had more money I would even give more to Christian charities and ministries too. I also university educated and have a huge student loan too. I feel I have wasted my life going to university as have not gotten a really good job that pays well, and not a job that is linked to my work at all.

I will look into the theology of the cross.
 
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I know how you feel -- it’s hard to see that glimmer of hope when we’re burdened by unemployment and debt. Sending you prayers, asking God, our Jehovah-Jireh, to provide for all your needs and give you His peace in the coming days. Blessings!
 
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It’s definitely a difficult thing to face financial uncertainty, and I know how stressed you must be over this situation - I was in the exact same boat as you. Remember, God cares for you more than you can ever imagine – trust Him. I just said a prayer for you. May God provide for your needs during this time and to lead you to the right employment opportunity. Hugs!
 
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Praying for you. God has a plan for every season of life and though you may not see it now, it is ultimately for your good. No matter how hard it is, have faith and soldier on!
 
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I over life. I am broke, unemployed and in debt. I feel I am a mistake in this world. Nothing really tends to work for me. If God can answer one prayer, it be to shorten my life.

I am a Christian and I over Christians over there that state when one becomes a Christian their life becomes better. That is a lie.

Pray for me.

You and your situation will be in my prayers. As Christians, we are never alone because God is with us. This doesn't mean that we will get everything we want.

Rom 8:26-28 (KJV)
26 Likewise the Spirit also helpeth our infirmities: for we know not what we should pray for as we ought: but the Spirit itself maketh intercession for us with groanings which cannot be uttered. 27 And he that searcheth the hearts knoweth what is the mind of the Spirit, because he maketh intercession for the saints according to the will of God. 28 And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose.
 
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What I have found going through struggles in life is the lower you go the deeper you experience God. Grace, mercy & peace to you.
 
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Dear friend, God doesn’t make mistakes. He is perfect in every way and you are His precious child. Believers need to understand that life in this world always involves adversity – “In the world you have tribulation....” However, we have a hope in the midst of these trials that was never possible before – “Be of good courage; I have overcome the world” (John 16:33). I pray for the Lord to guide you and provide for you as you walk with Him by faith. May His richest blessings be yours in the days to come.
 
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Keep your head up. God gave you a holy life! It's one life and it's short. Make the most of it. Life is not a shortcut. It's a tough road but if you walk through the path while communicating with God, feeling His love towards you, understanding He gave you life-Everything!, you will find it easier. Things will get better! Please never lose hope. :( After a bad period of time, beautiful things always come. You will learn a lot during this tough time, about yourself, about world, about people. And you will get out stronger than ever! I will pray for you!

P.S. You are NOT a mistake. You are a child of God. And what's more beautiful than that? You are worthy! Please remember that :greenheart:
 
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Thanks guys. It not easy and its hard as even if I have a job, its hard to keep it. If I had more money I would even give more to Christian charities and ministries too. I also university educated and have a huge student loan too. I feel I have wasted my life going to university as have not gotten a really good job that pays well, and not a job that is linked to my work at all.

I will look into the theology of the cross.


Being someone who has been unemployed for six months with a mortgage payment and wife I feel for you brother. Even if you don't think you're supposed to be here God knows why. I will pray a long term job would surface. Those six months of unemployment were the toughest time of my life so far. After about three months I figured God wanted my attention. In my life when God wants my attention he takes away things that I think I "NEED." He taught me so much about true Faith and believing that HE would provide my daily needs. It wasn't easy but now I am certain God will provide because he promised to never forsake those who believe him.

Hang in there. It may be uncomfortable and not ideal but God has you in the palm of His Hands.

Blessings,
 
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Being someone who has been unemployed for six months with a mortgage payment and wife I feel for you brother. Even if you don't think you're supposed to be here God knows why. I will pray a long term job would surface. Those six months of unemployment were the toughest time of my life so far. After about three months I figured God wanted my attention. In my life when God wants my attention he takes away things that I think I "NEED." He taught me so much about true Faith and believing that HE would provide my daily needs. It wasn't easy but now I am certain God will provide because he promised to never forsake those who believe him.

Hang in there. It may be uncomfortable and not ideal but God has you in the palm of His Hands.

Blessings,
Thank you mack. It is a big challenge for me and I am feeling down a lot of the time these days and with it the lack of motivation. Your post was helpful and I will pray for you brother for a great job. God bless
 
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Thank you mack. It is a big challenge for me and I am feeling down a lot of the time these days and with it the lack of motivation. Your post was helpful and I will pray for you brother for a great job. God bless


Yes, it is a challenge. I completely agree. In this time of having a more free schedule I will encourage to dig deeper into God's word. I personally am reading The Praying Life by Paul Miller. It has helped me go to God more freely in prayer.

When feeling down (which I do feel often) instead of focusing on my circumstances I look at how BIG God is. He can and will take care of me in His timing.

I would also encourage to volunteer in your local church in some capacity. People want to encourage you in your walk and you have to decide to go and be present.
 
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Yes, it is a challenge. I completely agree. In this time of having a more free schedule I will encourage to dig deeper into God's word. I personally am reading The Praying Life by Paul Miller. It has helped me go to God more freely in prayer.

When feeling down (which I do feel often) instead of focusing on my circumstances I look at how BIG God is. He can and will take care of me in His timing.

I would also encourage to volunteer in your local church in some capacity. People want to encourage you in your walk and you have to decide to go and be present.
Well I will look for volunteer opportunities in the church shortly. I am reading "Created for Community" by Stanley Grenz. Other areas in the past has helped such as fasting and that is a an approach I will do too. Also reading the Bible everyday for me really helps.

In addition I do volunteer outside the church as well.

You are an inspiration on where you state that when you down, you look how big God is.
 
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Well I will look for volunteer opportunities in the church shortly. I am reading "Created for Community" by Stanley Grenz. Other areas in the past has helped such as fasting and that is a an approach I will do too. Also reading the Bible everyday for me really helps.

In addition I do volunteer outside the church as well.

You are an inspiration on where you state that when you down, you look how big God is.


I'm glad to hear you're volunteering in the church.

I haven't read that one. What have you learned from it?

Fasting isn't my strong suit as I've only done it twice, but it helped me connect more deeply with God.

The only way I can function in this unpredictable life is to not look inwardly for comfort but look up to our Father.
 
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Also reading the Bible everyday for me really helps.
That's great, you are pulling through with God's help and the wonderful support on this thread.
I pray for God's blessing and that you will feel his presence today...
 
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