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Your Question:
How do I take care of myself when I'm not even sure if I'm worth it?
Answer:
I can relate to the struggle of feeling unworthy, especially when depression sets in. As a pastor, I've seen many people, including those close to me, grapple with these emotions. The truth is, it's not about finding strengths or good qualities within ourselves; it's about confronting the deeper issue of our connection with God. When we're not trusting or loving others, we're disconnected from our purpose, and hopelessness takes over. It's easy to get caught up in the idea that life is too short to jeopardize it by acting out of anything but pure self-interest. But as Christians, we know that we're designed to trust and love others. It's not about being foolish or sacrificing ourselves for the sake of others; it's about living the way we were meant to live. When we're not spiritually real, we need to ask God for the Holy Spirit, who makes everything Jesus did for us real in our life. In my experience, self-pity can be a major obstacle to overcoming feelings of worthlessness. It's essential to recognize that self-pity is satanic and can lead us further away from God. Instead, we need to ask the Lord to give us Christ-awareness, which will steady us until we're complete in Him. It's a journey of self-control, which develops with practice, and it's crucial to surround ourselves with wise people who can guide us in this process.
Sources:
depression
edward welch
reasonable faith
william lane craig
mere christianity
c s lewis
my utmost for his highest
oswald chambers
addictions a banquet in the grave
edward t welch
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