Want to Believe without a doubt

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Permalink Reply by Luiza on April 15, 2008 at 1:07pm

Jonathan,
Thank you so much for taking the time and replying to my comment, I greatly appreciate it.

I have already done the research, that you mentioned above. I think it's just time for me to make a commitment and follow Christ. I have asked God to come into my heart, I actually do it almost everyday not knowing if he is in me or not.

I think I've been holding back, because I'm afraid of change. It's just my old nature, my flesh that does not want to let go. Also i think I'm being attacked by demons causing me to doubt all the time. I just keep going in circles.

How do I make sure he is in me or not?

Thanks again and God Bless,
Luiza

Permalink Reply by Risen on July 11, 2008 at 9:43pm

Thank you Jonathan, I would love to hear more. You stated, "There are many truly phenomenal concepts and constructs which seem to bear the hallmarks of divine inspiration." Would you care to elaborate? I have been a Christian since the "Jesus People" movement in CA in the 70's with many 'backslides" along the way. I now have a wonderful church, bible study and a strong committment to "stay the course". I just 'happened' to see your post and I appreciate your knowledge. Thanks, Carol cacalhoun503@comcast.net

Permalink Reply by The-Lord-Is-My-Shepard on April 17, 2008 at 6:46pm

Luiza,
I was in a same situation as yours not too long ago. I also grew up in as christian and believed in god but didn't asked Jesus to come in my life until recently. When you excepted Jesus, that means you are saved. Do you know why you are having doubts? It is because satan knows that you are going to be saved and is trying to make you turn away from Jesus. Always have faith and trust in Jesus and never let go of him.

When I repented and excepted Jesus, satan tries desparately to make me have doubts, but I held onto the Lord's name. I remember one night while sleeping, satan came and tormented me from the inside, I call out to the lord and he came. Although I could not see him I could feel his presence. And all the hurt feelings were gone. Just remember to have faith and trust in the Lord. The time will come when you will be tested. Hold on the Jesus and never let go.

Permalink Reply by Luiza on April 18, 2008 at 1:58pm

Thank you, I appreciate your response. I too get attacked at night almost every night. The closer I get to Jesus the bigger the doubts and attacks. I'm trying to fight them off every single day. I'm getting better at it. Thank you for your advise I'll hold on to it.

Luiza

Permalink Reply by Risen on July 11, 2008 at 9:46pm

The best defense when attacked is the same thing Jesus did when satan attacked Him, He said; "It is written.." and quoted the WORD, learn scriptures one by one and the enemy will FLEE like the coward he is!

Permalink Reply by Luiza on May 8, 2008 at 8:33am

Thanks Candice!

Your sister in Christ Luiza!

Permalink Reply by El on July 15, 2008 at 2:41am

I just wanna echo some of the replies here.
I believe that because Satan is countless times wiser than our natural human minds, he attacks us from all angles, using anything possible to distract our attention from God and to get us to doubt God's existence. I hear these doubts whispered in my ear everyday. 'I can't see God, Jesus died thousands of years ago, what if he doesn't actually exist, and I'm just wasting my self on him?' and 'If God really exists, why doesn't he give me a job/money/partner etc cos I really, really need it right now.'
We hear these thoughts often because Satan is insanely scared of the power that a believer has when he/she is full of faith.
I like to build up my faith reading the word of God. These words which, mostly seemed like a bunch of wise sayings to me until a couple of months ago, are now like water to my soul, because they breathe joy, hope and peace into my spirit, however low I feel. I know in my heart that they are true.
The other thing I do when I'm hearing doubtful thoughts is to look back over my life. I can see that after coming to Jesus at the very lowest point of my life, he has given me power over so many things that I was chained to. I know that he's set me free from the bondage of sin because the things I enjoyed doing even weeks ago, I now hate with all my soul. My spirit bears witness with the spirit of God, that he is real.
I hope this message helps, God bless!

Permalink Reply by Blessed Highly Favored Woman of God! on August 7, 2008 at 2:00am

It takes times! If you ask him to deliver you then it has been done, currently you are going thru what is known as a spiritual warfare (battlefield of the mind) and what satan is trying to do is get you off course with your ways of thinking, he knows you are on the right path and the warfare that you are experiencing is a sign to let you know you are headed in the right direction. You will notice in your first stages there will be alot of confusion in your mind he needs you and wants you (satan)! But the truth is God already has you and no one or anything can change that, so be strong stand on the word keep the faith and always hold your head up because better and brighter days are coming into your play book (it's prepared for you). May God continue to bless you and yours in your journey. You will begin to feel the Holy Spirit dwelling in you because the things you used to do you won't do them anymore ( I know been there) and it sure feels WONDERFUL!

P.S. Friends and Family will change as well so be prepared and put on your whole armor of God for the Battle in this world,