What's the point?

[k.eliza91]

(Sorry if this is in the wrong place. I didn't know where else to post it)

I came to this forum because I had a revelation one night and I knew that I needed to devote myself 100%, utterly and completely to God. I had come from a dark place with mental issues (depression, bipolar, eating disorder..) and and a past of abuse, I had hit bottom, and one night I got humbly slapped in the face by the holy spirit .

So, I was turning my life around completely. Becoming a whole new person. And I've had issues with staying on track before so I thought coming to a place like this, surrounded by Christians instead of the enablers I use to, would help me stay God focused, and also most importantly, I could learn from these people. I was new to everything...reading the bible, understanding the bible, praying, ect.

What I liked most was that there was chaplains here that help guide me and teach me. But every single time I went to them for help or to understand something, all I got was judged and told that I wasn't enough of a believer, or that I didn't really love Christ for not understanding something. Or because I couldn't immediately disregard everything (and person) in my life to please them. I can't believe someone who's suppose to be a reflection of Christs love and teaching, suppose to be leading people in the holy spirit, would say things with such a mean and hurtful attitude and judge them so brutally. I've seen them to it to other people too.
If the leaders can't even be Christ-like, living the bible, it pretty much makes me not even want to be here anymore.

 

[ALoveDivine]

I'm sorry to hear of your experience. As you know, Christians are not without sin, and spiritual pride seems to be a very common, and extremely destructive sin in the body of Christ.

I've been blessed to have been humbled by God, having stumbled and fallen in myriad ways many times in my Christian life. That being said, the Lord has gifted me with knowledge of his word and has called me to teach. This was confirmed to me just the other night, and I am both honored and humbled to take on this immense responsibility.

If you have any questions or concerns about anything in the word of God, I would happy to do my best to answer them and provide some guidance. I'm far from judgement on these issues, as I don't think very many Christians have been more abysmal failures than myself, and I've come to truly know that I stand only by the grace of God.

PM me with any questions you might have, I'd be delighted to help you!

 

[Harry3142]

k.eliza91-

Even chaplains can 'screw up', and it appears that you have found some of them.

Basically, what you need to do is have patience with yourself. We are all far from perfect, and getting frustrated with your own shortcomings only makes it worse. So if you have doubts, tell God about them. If you have particular weaknesses, ask God to help. Don't be afraid to go 'right to the source'.

Also, if you don't get the answers you need from chaplains, 'dive in' and aim your concerns and questions directly at us via Christian Advice, Christian Philosophy and Ethics, General Theology, or Christian Apologetics. Many of us have been active in Christian work for years (I'm 68 years old), so don't concern yourself with shocking us. So welcome to the neighborhood.

 

[Peripatetic]

You will find a full range of beliefs and communication styles here. Some of the sub-forums have very different ideas and interactions. For example, I find the folks in the Bridge Builders sub-forum to be especially kind and supportive - though it isn't as active as some. Christian Advice is more active and has some great people, but it can get a bit contentious at times. Just like life I guess... every community is different, and none are perfect.

 

[k.eliza91]

Thank you all for your kind words, offers and advice! It really does mean so much too me. I will stick around because I need a place full of Christians that I can be around and soak up the word and fellowship with.

 

[Angelquill]

Like 'ALoveDivine' above, I, too, have fallen on my face more than once, and I know what it is to be "slapped" into humility. I know that I am not worthy, and yet, He loves me. Amazingly, He still loves me...I still can't get over that.

Anyhow, I am now in my sixties...and I've come to a place in my life where I am aware, as never before, of my deep need for His love and His forgiveness. And, He has given me a gift...that is the gift of writing.

Let me share here with you a piece that is close to my heart. It is a very simple little piece, that has a deep meaning. Perhaps you will enjoy it:

My Lord, I believe
Help Thou my unbelief
Let my soul no longer grieve
Thy grace is my relief
Calm the raging sea of doubt
Bid the winds of wrath be still
Cast the wicked spirit out
You can heal me, if You will
Help the seed within me grow
Into a mighty tree
Your tender loving care bestow
This, Lord, is my plea

​

 

[simplegospel1144]

(Sorry if this is in the wrong place. I didn't know where else to post it)

I came to this forum because I had a revelation one night and I knew that I needed to devote myself 100%, utterly and completely to God. I had come from a dark place with mental issues (depression, bipolar, eating disorder..) and and a past of abuse, I had hit bottom, and one night I got humbly slapped in the face by the holy spirit .

So, I was turning my life around completely. Becoming a whole new person. And I've had issues with staying on track before so I thought coming to a place like this, surrounded by Christians instead of the enablers I use to, would help me stay God focused, and also most importantly, I could learn from these people. I was new to everything...reading the bible, understanding the bible, praying, ect.

What I liked most was that there was chaplains here that help guide me and teach me. But every single time I went to them for help or to understand something, all I got was judged and told that I wasn't enough of a believer, or that I didn't really love Christ for not understanding something. Or because I couldn't immediately disregard everything (and person) in my life to please them. I can't believe someone who's suppose to be a reflection of Christs love and teaching, suppose to be leading people in the holy spirit, would say things with such a mean and hurtful attitude and judge them so brutally. I've seen them to it to other people too.
If the leaders can't even be Christ-like, living the bible, it pretty much makes me not even want to be here anymore.

You are in the wrong place. They may have good intentions but have not stopped walking under the Law. Seek out a place that builds, has proof they are from God

 

[AGTG]

K Eliza, I praise God for what He's doing in you.

Do not, I repeat, do not go to the internet for serious ministry needs. You have no idea who is on the other end of the conversation.

You need to seek the Lord and find a Biblical church in your are (they're still out there, but you need to be careful there, too).

My experience was similar to yours 5 years ago. Go after God. It's all true, ever single last word of the Bible. But, it needs to be "rightly divided" and that requires teachers and preachers and a body of believers who are very close to God.

Jesus will make a way for you. But use wisdom. The internet is the last place you want to find serious ministry and counsel. God meant for His people to gather and connect face to face. May the Lord richly bless you in your search for wisdom and guidance.

Most of all, seek His face in prayer daily. Get into His word daily. Always ask the Holy Spirit to help you understand the scriptures. Meditate on them. He will reveal truth just like He revealed Himself to you.
God bless...

 

[Emmy]

Dear k.eliza91. Don`t give up because people let you down, look into the Bible, God`s Words to us. Jesus Himself tells us in Matthew 22: 35-40:
" The first and great Commandment is: Love God with all our hearts, with all our souls, and with all our minds. The second is like it: Love our neighbour as we love ourselves." It is also pointed out to us: " On these two Commandments hang all the Law and the Prophets." God is Love, and God wants our love in all we say or do, in all we advice and stand for, freely given and No conditions tagged on. Here is what we do: in Matthew 7: 7-10: we are told: " Ask and ye shall receive," we ask for Love and Joy, then thank God
and share all Love and Joy with our neighbour: all we know and all we meet,
friends and not friends. God will see our loving efforts, and God will Bless us.
We keep asking and receiving, then thank God and share all Love and Joy with our neighbour. That is not too hard, because Love is very catching, and the great weapon we Christians have, IS LOVE AND COMPASSION. We might stumble and forget at times, but then we ask God to forgive us, and carry on
loving and caring.
The Bible tells us: " Repent," and be " Born Again." We change from being selfish and without love, to become Loving and Caring sons and daughters of
our Heavenly Father. Jesus our Saviour will help and guide us: JESUS IS THE WAY. " What`s the point," you ask,? God is Love, Heaven is Love, and Love, Joy, Kindness and eternal Forgiveness will surround us for ever and ever.
I say this with love, k.eliza. Greetings from Emmy, your sister in Christ.

 

[JesusFreak78]

(Sorry if this is in the wrong place. I didn't know where else to post it)

I came to this forum because I had a revelation one night and I knew that I needed to devote myself 100%, utterly and completely to God. I had come from a dark place with mental issues (depression, bipolar, eating disorder..) and and a past of abuse, I had hit bottom, and one night I got humbly slapped in the face by the holy spirit .

So, I was turning my life around completely. Becoming a whole new person. And I've had issues with staying on track before so I thought coming to a place like this, surrounded by Christians instead of the enablers I use to, would help me stay God focused, and also most importantly, I could learn from these people. I was new to everything...reading the bible, understanding the bible, praying, ect.

What I liked most was that there was chaplains here that help guide me and teach me. But every single time I went to them for help or to understand something, all I got was judged and told that I wasn't enough of a believer, or that I didn't really love Christ for not understanding something. Or because I couldn't immediately disregard everything (and person) in my life to please them. I can't believe someone who's suppose to be a reflection of Christs love and teaching, suppose to be leading people in the holy spirit, would say things with such a mean and hurtful attitude and judge them so brutally. I've seen them to it to other people too.
If the leaders can't even be Christ-like, living the bible, it pretty much makes me not even want to be here anymore.

There is some good advice in this thread, but remember, just because you're a Christian, it doesn't mean life will be easy. As a Christian, the bible promises us persecution and hardship, but God will always be there for us.

Continue to seek God for guidance and find a good bible-believing church to attend. Also remember to always check check with the bible of what other people are saying about the Word of God.

Also, welcome to the Christian Forums.

 

[redeemedbygrace24]

I've experienced something similar by God's people. I got angry and felt slighted, but then I remembered that no one is perfect. Although we should be doing certain things, most of us aren't. God refines us and helps us to reach a mature place in Christ that we may act, talk, and minister like Him. It's a continual process.

Some people don't think what they're doing is wrong and that they need to repent and some don't know

I've learned to keep it moving and forgive. You WILL experience some very understanding, down to earth, kind people in this walk that God will specifically place in your life to minister and help teach you. When this happens, I would pray about it and ask God to comfort you in that moment. You do not have to accept everything people tell you. The Holy Spirit will guide you and help you in this. Discernment is key. Line everything up with the scriptures and stick to what God's word says. Place God's counsel before man's

There are good people here

 

[parsley]

It's a good lesson in selecting who will influence your life. Someone with the right label might not be the right person to give you input, so keep hunting and trying out solutions. I often ask people with a little distance, people who have gone through rough times, and people with an unusual philosophical edge. And I don't always take their advice, because I know where they stand on certain issues.

Ask God to bring you wise advice, however it may arrive.

Sorry that people treated you that way!

 

[throughchristimchanged]

(Sorry if this is in the wrong place. I didn't know where else to post it)

I came to this forum because I had a revelation one night and I knew that I needed to devote myself 100%, utterly and completely to God. I had come from a dark place with mental issues (depression, bipolar, eating disorder..) and and a past of abuse, I had hit bottom, and one night I got humbly slapped in the face by the holy spirit .

So, I was turning my life around completely. Becoming a whole new person. And I've had issues with staying on track before so I thought coming to a place like this, surrounded by Christians instead of the enablers I use to, would help me stay God focused, and also most importantly, I could learn from these people. I was new to everything...reading the bible, understanding the bible, praying, ect.

What I liked most was that there was chaplains here that help guide me and teach me. But every single time I went to them for help or to understand something, all I got was judged and told that I wasn't enough of a believer, or that I didn't really love Christ for not understanding something. Or because I couldn't immediately disregard everything (and person) in my life to please them. I can't believe someone who's suppose to be a reflection of Christs love and teaching, suppose to be leading people in the holy spirit, would say things with such a mean and hurtful attitude and judge them so brutally. I've seen them to it to other people too.
If the leaders can't even be Christ-like, living the bible, it pretty much makes me not even want to be here anymore.

what is the problem you are facing and how and what would you like to know.?.