We are what we say.

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No matter what people say, God will never abandon you. He will never turn his back on you, not even if you turn your back on him. He loves you no matter what, and it kills him to see you like this.....

You are NOT of the devil. It is a fight against him. You are fighting against the temptations he is putting in your heart and you can get through this and deal with it, but it will take time! Don't listen to people when they tell you you're unlovable by God or from the devil....

God has helped me way past this stage, yet again. I prayed to him and he was just waiting at my door for me to open it. He's doing the same for you, beleive me. Just open your door, and let him come in and help you out. I know the urges are so strong, beleive me at one point it was up against my skin, literally. But I threw it away, and I yelled at Satan. And I cast him away in God's almighty name, and the urges slowed, and I kept calling out to God and binding Satan away from me, and they just stopped. And you know what?? I know....even more so now, that if i had, even ONCE done it, even if it was like TINY, it wouldnt matter, cause i would know, and i would feel bad and terrible. Give Satan a straw to grasp and he would lead me away from God. But I didnt, and I am so SO much stronger from it!!! ..... Beleive me, its really inspiring to see you fighting it so strongly, especially with God RIGHT beside you. I'll be praying!!
xoxo,steph

This is a thread where I will collect what we have said. Feel free to add.

Rupert

 

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As long as you ask for help, that is a sign that you are trying to stop, no matter HOW hard it is.

Everytime I fear... I go to my safe spot in the closet and I just pray up a storm... it just makes me feel warmer... cutting just leaves me feeling more cold and numb than before. Depression does seem to drag my bright mood down a bit, but God can just turn my frown up side down faster! I am a srong believer that there is power in prayer and I will continue to pray for you my friend.

Great messages!

 

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To go ahead and cry it all out, to talk about the shame and the hurt, and to cry about being thrown away like trash, He knows our anxious thoughts and he wants to prove his love to us, He knows we are all broken flowers, he knows that we were never meant for this kind of treatment, and beloved, he cries with us, and then he kisses out tears away and comforts us. This is my God, this is Jesus to me, he is the perfect father, best friend, husband,

Amen.

 

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I am accepted...

John 1:12
I am God's child.

John 15:15
As a disciple, I am a friend of Jesus Christ.

Romans 5:1
I have been justified.

1 Corinthians 6:17
I am united with the Lord, and I am one with Him in spirit.

1 Corinthians 6:19-20
I have been bought with a price and I belong to God.

1 Corinthians 12:27
I am a member of Christ's body.

Ephesians 1:3-8
I have been chosen by God and adopted as His child.

Colossians 1:13-14
I have been redeemed and forgiven of all my sins.

Colossians 2:9-10
I am complete in Christ.

Hebrews 4:14-16
I have direct access to the throne of grace through Jesus Christ.

I am secure...

Romans 8:1-2
I am free from condemnation.

Romans 8:28
I am assured that God works for my good in all circumstances.

Romans 8:31-39
I am free from any condemnation brought against me and I cannot be separated from the love of God.

2 Corinthians 1:21-22
I have been established, anointed and sealed by God.

Colossians 3:1-4
I am hidden with Christ in God.

Philippians 1:6
I am confident that God will complete the good work He started in me.

Philippians 3:20
I am a citizen of heaven.

2 Timothy 1:7
I have not been given a spirit of fear but of power, love and a sound mind.

1 John 5:18
I am born of God and the evil one cannot touch me.

I am significant...

John 15:5
I am a branch of Jesus Christ, the true vine, and a channel of His life.

John 15:16
I have been chosen and appointed to bear fruit.

1 Corinthians 3:16
I am God's temple.

2 Corinthians 5:17-21
I am a minister of reconciliation for God.

Ephesians 2:6
I am seated with Jesus Christ in the heavenly realm.

Ephesians 2:10
I am God's workmanship.

Ephesians 3:12
I may approach God with freedom and confidence.

Philippians 4:13
I can do all things through Christ, who strengthens me.

Father,
Let your words alone govern our mind and body. Amen.​

 

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I was reading my bible, and I came across Psalm 32:1-2...

Blessed is he whose transgressions are forgiven, whose sins are covered. Blessed is the man whose sin the Lord does not count against him and in whose spirit is no deceit.

It finally hit me that if we are walking the Christian walk, and truly following Christ, then these blessings are for us. We are blessed! We are not to be pitied- by ourselves or by anyone else for we are blessed by the Most High God! The simple truth is, our sins ARE forgiven. Who are we to attempt to undermine God by NOT forgiving ourselves and moving on???? Every day is a new beginning... It's a fresh start from God Himself. If we will rest in Him, there is NOTHING...ABSOLUTELY NOTHING that can make us cut. Just remember that.

Thank you.

Rupert