Kelly, it sounds like the people there weren't supportive. Like Katie said, a different church might be a good idea - for a fresh start as such :)
I suppose the way each individual responds to MH problems (esp. if they haven't experienced any) is a very personal one. It might be difficult for your friends to ignore the MH side of things if this is what caused you to stop going to church for two years while it continued to be a part of their life. While this is difficult, going to a different church might be easier and also you may end up loving it! :D
different sorts of churches often have different approaches to stuff like this too... i found the catholic church entirely unsympathetic and downright harmful, but when i switched to a more liberal presbyterian church people were really open... i even ended up finding out that one of the pastors had depression and took meds and such.
this is my magical medicine cabinet. Left to right they contain: courage, hope, calmness, and strength.
The magical part: They NEVER run out, so borrow some any time you want.
^ Agreed, many churches vary in attitude, whether between denominations or even within the same denomination depending on the minister, the people who make up the congregation etc, it's all about finding the right church for you which you find warm and accepting, and it will be out there I'm sure.
'Never forget what you are. The rest of the world will not. Wear it like armor, and it can never be used to hurt you.'
['There is only one thing we say to death. Not today'.']
'We are each our own devil, and we make this world our hell. Oscar Wilde
Its hard to dance with the devil on your back. Sydney Carter
I have no idea I have to see crisis teams tommmrow I just do not want to eat I need to lose weight my self harm is out of control comply I'm very scared
Am sinful i should just keep cutting and never stop
i don't go to church at all thats a sin
I cant go on my own because am too scared of people to go in
my husband says he would take me there but then he would wait outside for me
he don't like church
tried looking for an on line church but i don't know where to find one that isn't homophobic
Am full of sin
evil and worthless person
i should just die
Am sinful i should just keep cutting and never stop
i don't go to church at all thats a sin
I cant go on my own because am too scared of people to go in
my husband says he would take me there but then he would wait outside for me
he don't like church
tried looking for an on line church but i don't know where to find one that isn't homophobic
Am full of sin
evil and worthless person
i should just die
Hi, I'm Amy. I hope some of what I'm about to say helps. Firstly I want to say that we're all sinners and none of us are worse than anyone else. In God's eyes sin is sin, no matter what it is. All he wants is to have a personal relationship with his children. You're his child, he loves you and wants to help you.
Do you read the Bible? If you don't feel comfortable going to church on your own, maybe try reading the Bible first (especially the four Gospels) to learn more about God.
Do you have a friend who could go to church with you if your husband won't go in with you?
Saying the church is homophobic is a big stereotype, I know many Christians who aren't homophobic (myself included) - it's just a matter of getting to know people and congregations. It might take a while to find one where you feel you fit but it's worth the search.
You're not evil or a worthless person and you certainly shouldn't die. You're so precious and loved in Gods eyes. He adores you, he delights in you. I really hope and pray you find Christians around you who can help you to believe this truth.
Hi Amy
I have a bible but i rarely read it its beside my bed though so i could read it before i go to bed .
The reason am feeling this way is my mums cancer might be back and it could be my fault my husband keeps saying it not but av done a lot of bad things in my past .
When my mum had cancer the last time i was selfish i never visited her because i was too scared to go on buses because of my social anxiety and she was having a really bad time
so God is going to take her away because of my sins
He already took my step dad because of me
My step dad killed himself and i did nothing to help him i should have seen he was ill
i dont know what to do i cant get the thoughts about my sins to go away
My husband says it could be because i may have OCD
but i dont know
Oh love, I promise that your mums cancer is NOT your fault. I know you might not believe me but I promise you with all my heart that God is not taking your mum away from you because of your past. He loves you. Unfortuantely we live in a fallen, broken world and there is suffering in it. It hurts and it's hard to understand at times but we have to trust that God has a greater plan and he is looking out for us. He weeps when you weep and he laughs when you laugh, he shares in your happiness and your pain.
John 11:35 - Jesus wept. He was crying over Lazarus' death because he loved him dearly. Jesus, the Son of God, weeps for us, he weeps for you, for your mum, for your step dad but we've got to have faith that your step dad is up in Heaven and that your mum is in Gods hands. It is NOT your fault.
Thank you
I keep praying over and over again
I know if i stop my mum will be ill again and i cant let that happen
It will be my fault she is i didnt do enough praying
So i keep praying
I need to do something to make sure she is ok
Really want to cut as well
I must cut but my husband will not give me the blade without a good enough reason
But am starting to obsess about it
Just wanted to say that God knows your heart, so whether you pray or not, He knows. Also, He doesn't keep count of your prayers. He loves you, and the only reason the Bible says to pray is so we can talk to him in a way we as humans understand.
My university chaplain & Richard Dawkins have got something going on Twitter at the moment and a bible quote was posted (for the purpose of their argument)
But, I need some help because I'm interpreting it as a justification to self-harm.
Quote:
"Without the shedding of blood there is no forgiveness." St Paul's Epistle to the Hebrews, 9: 22.
Also, I want to go to meet my local Vicar, before I attend the church for the first time (I've recently moved to a anew area). How would I do this/would they only do this at services?
You can ring the church and ask for a meeting and explain that its just a quick thing to make you feel more comfy at your new church. They're usually around so it wont be tricky for them to do!
There are times to stay put, and what you want will come to you.
But there are times to go out into the world and find such a thing for yourself.
I aint no abacus but you can count on me.
My university chaplain & Richard Dawkins have got something going on Twitter at the moment and a bible quote was posted (for the purpose of their argument)
Quote:
"Without the shedding of blood there is no forgiveness." St Paul's Epistle to the Hebrews, 9: 22.
But, I need some help because I'm interpreting it as a justification to self-harm.
Hi, in reference to the Bible verse. I believe that here Paul is talking about Jesus dying on the Cross for our sins. Jesus dies on the Cross and shed HIS blood for us so that we may have forgiveness. Paul writes in his letter to the Ephesians,
Quote:
In him we have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of sins, in accordance with the riches of God's grace - Ephesians 1:7
So I don't think that Paul is saying that we need to shed blood in order to be forgiven, rather it is because Jesus bled, died and rose again that we can have a relationship with God and be forgiven. And to back this up, in Matthew's record of the Last Supper Jesus says;
Quote:
This is my blood of the covenant, which is poured out for many for the forgiveness of sins. - Matthew 26:28
Hope that helps and makes some sense
And in reference to meeting your Vicar, what Liv said
