"if you dont do X a certain number of times, Y will happen"

Harley. said:

Does anyone else have it where they get a thought "if you dont do X a certain number of times, Y (punishment, or something bad that I don't want to occur) will happen? Is it God?​

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I have not had this thought, but I do have OCD, but it works in a different way. God will never punish you for doing things in a specific way.

Anxiety devotional:

And, here are some verses:

1. "And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus." - Philippians 4:7 (NIV)

This verse emphasizes the importance of peace, which can help you cope with anxiety and fear. God's peace is something that surpasses all understanding and can guard your heart and mind when you trust in Him.


2. "But the LORD is faithful, and He will strengthen you and protect you from the evil one." - 2 Thessalonians 3:3 (NIV)

This verse reminds us that God is faithful and will protect you from the evil one. It's essential to trust in His faithfulness and protection, especially during difficult times.


3. "Casting all your anxiety on Him because He cares for you." - 1 Peter 5:7 (NIV)

This verse encourages us to cast our anxieties and fears on God because He cares for us. By doing so, we can find peace and relief in knowing that God is with us and wants to help us through our struggles.


4. "The LORD is near to all who call on Him, to all who call on Him in truth." - Psalm 145:18 (NIV)

This verse reminds us that God is near to those who call on Him in truth. It's essential to be honest with yourself and God about your struggles, as this can help you find comfort and support during challenging times.


5. "The LORD is my rock, my fortress and my deliverer; my God is my rock, in whom I take refuge. He is my shield and the horn of my salvation, my stronghold." - Psalm 18:2 (NIV)

This verse emphasizes God as our rock and refuge. He is our protector, our shield, and our deliverer. By trusting in Him and seeking His strength, we can find comfort and security during times of anxiety and fear.

I would say, No.

But what is one example of what you mean?

Harley. said:

Does anyone else have it where they get a thought "if you dont do X a certain number of times, Y (punishment, or something bad that I don't want to occur) will happen? Is it God?​

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This really sounds like OCD to me, but I'm not a psychologist. Have you seen a therapist about this?

Harley. said:

If you dont run up and down the stairs youll hurt yourself tommorow, this isnt one ive actually had, but its similar. I can't think of one rn for whatever reason.

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Thank you.

Yeah, I would say, No, for things like this.

Because this kind of thing can be a threat, for one thing. And God's word says that when Jesus suffered,

"He did not threaten, but committed Himself to Him who judges righteously;" (in 1 Peter 2:23)

And it does not have you trusting God, but depending on yourself, isolating you to worrying about your own self, possibly.

And it does not call attention to God and His word and to all that can be good for you with God.

But it can be training you to be concerned only or mainly with saving your own life.

And God has us caring about others as ourselves, praying also for others.

So, see where God's word brings your attention.

Harley. said:

Does anyone else have it where they get a thought "if you dont do X a certain number of times, Y (punishment, or something bad that I don't want to occur) will happen? Is it God?​

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I was engaged to a girl once and God told me if I married her then I would be on my own to resolve whatever problems I had. I had lived that way too long and did not want to ever go back to that again. So I did not marry her. She was a wonderful person but not the right person for me to marry. I do not see her much now but I look forward to spending some time with her in heaven.