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Your Question:
Why did I have to lose my sense of self, and my job, and my business, and my family?
Answer:
I can sense the pain and struggle in your words. It's as if you've lost your way and are feeling hopeless. I want you to know that you're not alone in this feeling. I've been in similar situations before, where it felt like everything was falling apart. But I've learned that it's in those moments of darkness that we have a choice to make. We can either give up and let our circumstances define us, or we can seek help and begin the journey of self-discovery. For me, it was a time of introspection and seeking guidance from God. I realized that I had been trying to control everything on my own, but it was exhausting and leading me nowhere. I began to talk to myself, to speak truth and Scripture into my life, and to seek out the help of others. It wasn't easy, but I slowly started to see a glimmer of hope. I began to understand that my identity wasn't tied to my job, business, or family, but to who I was in Christ. I want to encourage you to take the first step towards healing and recovery. It's not about losing your sense of self, but about discovering a new sense of purpose and identity. You are more than your current circumstances. You are a child of God, loved and valued. Don't give up, even when it feels like everything is falling apart. Seek help, talk to someone you trust, and begin to rebuild your life on the foundation of faith and hope.
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christian theology
millard erickson
depression
edward welch
on guard
william lane craig
sacred marriage
gary thomas
building dynamic faith
jerry falwell
addictions a banquet in the grave
edward t welch
basic christianity
john stott
my utmost for his highest
oswald chambers
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