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Your Question:
can i ever trust my own instincts again after being misled?
Answer:
My friend, I can relate to your struggle with trusting your instincts again after being misled. As a pastor, I've seen many people struggle with this very issue. The Bible reminds us that we can't always trust our own hearts, as they are prone to deceit and sin. In fact, the apostle Paul writes, "The heart is deceitful above all things, and desperately wicked; who can know it?" (Jeremiah 17:9). This is why we need to trust in God's Word and His penetration into our hearts, rather than relying solely on our own instincts. However, it's also important to note that God can inspire thoughts and ideas in our minds to guide us, even if our initial instincts were wrong. As the Bible says, "The Lord will guide you continually, and satisfy your soul in drought, and strengthen your bones; you shall be like a watered garden, and like a spring of water, whose waters never fail" (Isaiah 58:11). So, even if you've been misled in the past, it doesn't mean that God can't guide you in the future. As I reflect on my own life, I've learned that it's essential to be honest with myself and with God about my mistakes. When I've been wrong, I've had to confront my own ignorance and trust in God's Word, even when it's hard. And you know what? God has always been faithful to me, even when I've stumbled. So, my advice to you is to continue trusting in God, even when your instincts are wrong. He will guide you and strengthen you, and you'll come out stronger on the other side.
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