Biblical Answer

To address the question of why you had to lose your sense of self, and your job, and your business, and your family, we must first acknowledge that these losses can be a catalyst for spiritual growth and transformation. The Bible teaches us that we are created in the image of God (Genesis 1:27) and that we are meant to be creative and productive. However, when we fail to create in a thoughtful and worshipful manner, we can feel unfulfilled and disconnected from our purpose. This can lead to a sense of loss and disorientation.

The losses you experienced may have been a result of your own self-centeredness and lack of trust in God's sovereignty. As the Bible says, "He knows the way He taketh, even if for the moment we do not" (Job 19:23). When we try to control our lives and circumstances, we can become trapped in our own self-reliance and self-determination. This can lead to a sense of disconnection from God and from others. The Bible teaches us that we are not our own, but are created to live for God's purposes (1 Corinthians 6:19-20). When we surrender our lives to God, we can experience a sense of freedom and purpose that transcends our own limitations.

The losses you experienced may have been a necessary step in your journey towards spiritual growth and transformation. As the Bible says, "We must through many tribulations enter the kingdom of God" (Acts 14:22). The struggles and challenges we face can be a catalyst for spiritual growth and character development. When we surrender our lives to God and trust in His sovereignty, we can experience a sense of peace and purpose that transcends our own limitations. As the Bible says, "And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose" (Romans 8:28).