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Your Question:
Is it selfish to want to die and be free from this pain?
Answer:
I've found myself thinking about death and wanting to be free from this pain that's been weighing on me. But the more I reflect on it, the more I realize that it's not just about escaping the pain, but about finding purpose in it. I've been trying to understand where this pain is coming from, and I've started to see that it's not just a constant presence, but something that fluctuates in intensity. There are moments when it feels overwhelming, but also moments when it's more manageable. As I've been thinking about this, I've come to realize that the pain feels meaningless, like it's just leading to nothing. But I've also started to see that even in the midst of pain, there can be moments of beauty and purpose. I think about my wife Susan, who has been a source of comfort and strength for me, and my children Joshua and Rebecca, who bring joy and meaning to my life. I've also been thinking about my faith, and how it's helped me to see that even in the midst of suffering, there can be a deeper purpose and meaning. I've been tempted to see my pain as a reason to give up, to think that I'm the only one who truly understands what I'm going through. But I'm starting to see that this kind of thinking is not only self-centered, but also a form of proud indulgence. It's not about me, but about the people who care for me, and the impact that my actions would have on them. I'm starting to see that even in the midst of pain, there is a way to live that is not just about escaping suffering, but about finding purpose and meaning in it.
Sources:
christian theology
millard erickson
depression
edward welch
reasonable faith
william lane craig
power of a praying wife
stormie omartian
introduction biblical ethics
robertson mcquilkin
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