Anxiety, OCD, Social Anxiety

[Lanax]

When I was little I was born again but don't really remember it. Since then I started having Anxiety and Panic Attacks or it might have even been before I that i'm not even sure. They seem to go away for a while then come back again later and it messed me up so bad that I didn't believe I was a Christian. I'm not sure when my social anxiety started but I've had it for so long I don't know how to deal with it now I always worry what people think about me i'm only comfortable being myself around my family and friends. I'm 21 years old now and asked Jesus to come into my life again a few weeks ago but i'm confused weather or not if i'm truly born again, it's starting to depress me and I think it's because my mental illness has messed me up so bad. My OCD seems to be getting better i'm dealing with it. It seems to have mostly gone but there are times when i'm still tempted by it. I'm not sure if this is caused by demonic attacks or if I brought it on myself for not trusting in God like I should have 10 years ago. I know I should ask someone to pray about it but i'm too scared to ask.

 

[Trishann]

Lanax God knows you and every thing about you. He knows your strong and weak points and every thought you think. Nothing takes him by surprise, He can help you through it.

You have asked Jesus in your heart, still continue to ask Jesus to help you through all the strongholds that you carry. Sometimes you get set free from it and sometimes God teach you how to overcome it. You have a very special place in God's heart.

Blessings, Trish

 

[HisFollower]

Be careful(i.e. anxious) for nothing; but in every thing by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God. And the peace of God, which passeth all understanding, shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.
Phil 4:6-7
Casting all your care(i.e. anxiety) upon him; for he careth for you.
1 Peter 5:7
Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn of me; for I am meek and lowly in heart: and ye shall find rest unto your souls. For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light.
Matt 11:28-30 (KJV)
Now it came to pass, as they went, that he entered into a certain village: and a certain woman named Martha received him into her house. And she had a sister called Mary, which also sat at Jesus' feet, and heard his word. But Martha was cumbered about much serving, and came to him, and said, Lord, dost thou not care that my sister hath left me to serve alone? bid her therefore that she help me. And Jesus answered and said unto her, Martha, Martha, thou art careful(i.e. anxious) and troubled about many things: But one thing is needful: and Mary hath chosen that good part, which shall not be taken away from her.
Luke 10:38-42

 

[Boanerges]

My sister I am praying for you.
When you talk to God decide to believe that He hears and wants to move on your behalf. He is more than willing and that simple attitude of faith opens up your life to receive the blessing He has already set aside to bestow on you.
Many blessings in His Name,
your brother Larry.

 

[Lanax]

My sister I am praying for you.
When you talk to God decide to believe that He hears and wants to move on your behalf. He is more than willing and that simple attitude of faith opens up your life to receive the blessing He has already set aside to bestow on you.
Many blessings in His Name,
your brother Larry.

Thank you.

 

[Lanax]

Lanax,

Wow, it sounds like you’re going through a lot of emotions right now, which are not only confusing but discouraging. First, if you gave your heart to Christ you are His. Satan (regardless of mental illness) will put doubt in our minds in an attempt to steal our joy. See we are not the property of Satan once we become a child of God so the only thing Satan can do is try to steal our joy. Keep your head high and press on… God will give you the strength you need. Satan may be using certain life problems to tempt you away from fighting the good fight. In addition, just because one has anxiety, depression, OCD (or any other mental illness) DOES NOT mean they are out of God’s will. There are many organic issues that can cause this. Things like chemical imbalances, poor diet, and even generational sin can cause mental illness. And there are people that you can go to that can help you. If you want to talk to someone to sort out personal, emotional, and spiritual issues try going to a Christian counselor. However, be quite picky in this process (if you choose to seek additional help); try to get a counselor whose mission statement includes a holistic view, meaning that they look at a person’s problem biologically, psychologically, socially, and spiritually. Not all do this so you want to look for someone who integrates psychology and theology. I am praying for you Lanax and if you need anything please contact me… I am here for you!

In Him,
Tina

Thank you for your advice. God bless you. I'm getting better now. And if I ever need anything i'll be sure to contact you. Thank you for your help and advice and continue praying for me please. I appreciate it.

 

[rizen1]

2 Corinthians 10:4-5 "We fight with weapons that are different from those the world uses. Our weapons have power from God that can destroy the enemy's strong places. We destroy people's arguments and every proud thing that raises itself against the knowledge of God. We capture every thought and make it give up and obey Christ." (NCV)


Please check this link
http://www.talkjesus.com/health-fitness/19969-bibles-keys-mental-health.html

 

[Lanax]

2 Corinthians 10:4-5 "We fight with weapons that are different from those the world uses. Our weapons have power from God that can destroy the enemy's strong places. We destroy people's arguments and every proud thing that raises itself against the knowledge of God. We capture every thought and make it give up and obey Christ." (NCV)


Please check this link
http://www.talkjesus.com/health-fitness/19969-bibles-keys-mental-health.html

Thank you for the help.

 

[yort]

In them hard times

Hello, I myself was told that I should be on this or that because I was this way or that way, but the one thing that I found would help me in my time, was reading scripture out loud .This had a very big impact on my life, both spiritual and physical. I thought that I might drope you a couple lines that helped me
, the Psalmist always was on time and prayer, it is a must in your endeavour, try theses out and may the God Almighty bless you.

David's confidence in God's grace
Jehovah is my shepherd; I shall not want. He maketh me to lie down in green pastures; He leadeth me beside still waters. He restoreth my soul: He guideth me in the paths of righteousness for his name's sake. Yea, thou 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. Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies: Thou hast anointed my head with oil; My cup runneth over. Surely goodness and lovingkindness shall follow me all the days of my life; And I shall dwell in the house of Jehovah for ever.
Psalms 23:1-6 (ASV)

David's confidence in prayer
Unto thee, O Jehovah, do I lift up my soul. O my God, in thee have I trusted, Let me not be put to shame; Let not mine enemies triumph over me. Yea, none that wait for thee shall be put to shame: They shall be put to shame that deal treacherously without cause. Show me thy ways, O Jehovah; Teach me thy paths. Guide me in thy truth, and teach me; For thou art the God of my salvation; For thee do I wait all the day. Remember, O Jehovah, thy tender mercies and thy lovingkindness; For they have been ever of old. Remember not the sins of my youth, nor my transgressions: According to thy lovingkindness remember thou me, For thy goodness' sake, O Jehovah.
Good and upright is Jehovah: Therefore will he instruct sinners in the way. The meek will he guide in justice; And the meek will he teach his way. All the paths of Jehovah are lovingkindness and truth Unto such as keep his covenant and his testimonies. For thy name's sake, O Jehovah, Pardon mine iniquity, for it is great. What man is he that feareth Jehovah? Him shall he instruct in the way that he shall choose. His soul shall dwell at ease; And his seed shall inherit the land. The friendship of Jehovah is with them that fear him; And he will show them his covenant.
Mine eyes are ever toward Jehovah; For he will pluck my feet out of the net. Turn thee unto me, and have mercy upon me; For I am desolate and afflicted. The troubles of my heart are enlarged: Oh bring thou me out of my distresses. Consider mine affliction and my travail; And forgive all my sins. Consider mine enemies, for they are many; And they hate me with cruel hatred. Oh keep my soul, and deliver me: Let me not be put to shame, for I take refuge in thee. Let integrity and uprightness preserve me, For I wait for thee. Redeem Israel, O God, Out all of his troubles.
Psalms 25:1-22 (ASV)

God is our refuge and strength, A very present help in trouble. Therefore will we not fear, though the earth do change, And though the mountains be shaken into the heart of the seas; Though the waters thereof roar and be troubled, Though the mountains tremble with the swelling thereof. Selah There is a river, the streams whereof make glad the city of God, The holy place of the tabernacles of the Most High. God is in the midst of her; She shall not be moved: God will help her, and that right early.
Psalms 46:1-5 (ASV)

Sorry for the long post, but it seemed important that you could read this, make a copy, take it to memory, this worked for me. A bout the what if I`ve been saved check this out its beautiful,

For God gave us not a spirit of fearfulness; but of power and love and discipline. Be not ashamed therefore of the testimony of our Lord, nor of me his prisoner: but suffer hardship with the gospel according to the power of God; who saved us, and called us with a holy calling, not according to our works, but according to his own purpose and grace, which was given us in Christ Jesus before times eternal, but hath now been manifested by the appearing of our Saviour Christ Jesus, who abolished death, and brought life and immortality to light through the gospel,
2 Tim 1:7-10 (ASV)
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I hope this helpful>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>yort (Troy)

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[christianjean]

I've been in your situation and I am even have agoraphobia. I cant go out in long distances. And also suffering for this 10 years... Hard to overcome and fight for this battle. I, just like you also think that I seem a useless christian. I can't go and attend the mass in the church because of this.