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Your Question:
Did I do something wrong to deserve this?
Answer:
I'm not sure what you're referring to, but if you're asking if you did something wrong to deserve a particular situation, I'd say that's a question for you to answer. As a pastor, I've seen many people struggle with feelings of guilt and shame, but it's not always clear what they've done wrong. From a biblical perspective, we're all sinners and fall short of God's standards, so it's likely that we've all done something wrong at some point. But that doesn't mean we're defined by our mistakes. As Christians, we're called to forgive ourselves and others, and to seek restoration and healing. If you're struggling with feelings of guilt or shame, I'd encourage you to talk to someone about it, whether that's a trusted friend, family member, or spiritual leader. In terms of confronting others, I think it's often a matter of seeking to understand their perspective and to work towards healing and restoration. As the Bible says, "If your brother or sister sins, go and point out their fault, just between the two of you. If they listen to you, you have won them over. But if they will not listen, take one or two others along, so that 'every matter may be established by the testimony of two or three witnesses.'" (Matthew 18:15-16) It's not about seeking revenge or punishment, but about seeking to restore relationships and to bring people back to a place of love and forgiveness.
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warranted christian belief
alvin plantinga
meaning of marriage
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edward t welch
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phil diane comer
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