[__ Prayer __] Please Pray for me . . . I'm struggling

[23Psalm]

I'm at a point in my life where I have offered others advice, support, prayer, etc, that I feel so alone when I am struggling with things. Sometimes I wonder, if God punishes me for being human (if that makes sense), for having negative thoughts, for getting jealous, for being too anxious.

I honestly don't know what my purpose in life is. My fear is to grow old and look back on my life as a disappointment. My job is what it is . .. a job, and I feel stuck with no where to turn. I feel as though I gave up my dreams a long time ago becuase I had to take care of my family and other obligations and now I'm lost. Then I wonder if God gets angry at me when I complain, or wish that I could have a different life, or do something different--or why are others given better opportunities than myself.

Lately, I have been really depressed and I'm not sure how to get out of this funk. Have I fallen out of favor with God because of my thoughts, my feelings, my emotions? Does God feel that I am not being grateful or content with what I do have and I won't be blessed until I show my gratitude towards him?

 

[BornAgain]

Hi....

Your name caught my attention, 23Psalm...my heart goes out to you and I feel your struggle. My daughter went to the hospital yesterday for some of the same struggles you are going through. I printed out Psalm 23 this morning and took it to her hoping it will help with her struggles.

I was searching the scriptures for you and Matthew, Chapter 6 (Sermon on the Mount) is helpful...it will help you to start praying again, not to set your treasures on earth, and not to worry or be anxious. And just ask God for help....talk to him like you would your friend. (Matthew 21:22). Walk with God as Moses did (Exodus 33:11). God wants that personal relationship with you and to help you. You have forgot how to take care of yourself because you were busy giving your time to others. You are not alone and I hope you find the support here but most importantly be prayerful and ask God for help. Worrying is a really hard way to live, you never have peace or rest...instead, read scripture, pray always, and know I am praying for you, too. :yes

4 Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me.
Psalms 23:4 (KJV)

BornAgain

 

[txgirlmaddy]

God bless you. My family will pray for you. Hugs, Maddy:angel3

 

[God's_gift]

I'm at a point in my life where I have offered others advice, support, prayer, etc, that I feel so alone when I am struggling with things. Sometimes I wonder, if God punishes me for being human (if that makes sense), for having negative thoughts, for getting jealous, for being too anxious.

I honestly don't know what my purpose in life is. My fear is to grow old and look back on my life as a disappointment. My job is what it is . .. a job, and I feel stuck with no where to turn. I feel as though I gave up my dreams a long time ago becuase I had to take care of my family and other obligations and now I'm lost. Then I wonder if God gets angry at me when I complain, or wish that I could have a different life, or do something different--or why are others given better opportunities than myself.

Lately, I have been really depressed and I'm not sure how to get out of this funk. Have I fallen out of favor with God because of my thoughts, my feelings, my emotions? Does God feel that I am not being grateful or content with what I do have and I won't be blessed until I show my gratitude towards him?

Hold on to your faith 23Psalm , prayers for you

 

[Eugene]

Dear brother 23 Psalm, hopefully the following portions of God's word will comfort you.

1 Pet 2:21. For even hereunto were you called, because Christ also suffered for us, leaving us an example, that you should follow His steps;

Phil 1:29. For unto you is it given in the behalf of Christ, not only to believe on him but also to suffer for his sake.

Acts 9:15. But the Lord said unto him (Ananias), go thy way; for he (The Apostle Paul) is a chosen vessel unto me, to bear my name before the Gentiles, and kings, and the children of Israel;

Acts 9:16. For I will show him how great things he The Apostle Paul) must suffer for My name’s sake (Jesus’ Name).

Now in all things I would that we suffered for righteousness' sake, and not consequence, but I read in Romans 8:28 "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."

As your user name suggests, you are being led by God. Psalms 23:3 "He restoreth my soul: He leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for His name's sake," and He is not done with you yet and you may be feeling as Elijah did when he said in 1 Kings 19:10, "I, even I only, am left; and they seek my life, to take it away."

Dear Father, please grant this dear brother Your covering in the midst of the storm of testing he finds him in at the moment. Grant him Your grace and mercy in this, his time of need, and I thank You for this in Jesus' name. Amen.

 

[abide]

I'm at a point in my life where I have offered others advice, support, prayer, etc, that I feel so alone when I am struggling with things. Sometimes I wonder, if God punishes me for being human (if that makes sense), for having negative thoughts, for getting jealous, for being too anxious.

I honestly don't know what my purpose in life is. My fear is to grow old and look back on my life as a disappointment. My job is what it is . .. a job, and I feel stuck with no where to turn. I feel as though I gave up my dreams a long time ago becuase I had to take care of my family and other obligations and now I'm lost. Then I wonder if God gets angry at me when I complain, or wish that I could have a different life, or do something different--or why are others given better opportunities than myself.

Lately, I have been really depressed and I'm not sure how to get out of this funk. Have I fallen out of favor with God because of my thoughts, my feelings, my emotions? Does God feel that I am not being grateful or content with what I do have and I won't be blessed until I show my gratitude towards him?

Don't think it strange that this is happening. Elijah went through similiar depression. God is able, keep trusting. Do not given to the devil. God knows your need better than you do. Will keep you in prayer. If you feel in your heart that you have been unthankful, Ask God to give you a thankful heart.