Biblical Answer

When your faith doesn't seem to work, it can be a challenging and discouraging experience. You may feel like you're losing your sense of self and your faith, especially when you're struggling with depression, feeling hopeless, or facing overwhelming obstacles. However, it's essential to remember that faith is not about how you feel, but about turning to the Lord and trusting in His promises. As the Bible says, "Faith comes by hearing, and hearing by the word of God" (Romans 10:17). This means that your faith is strengthened by reading and meditating on God's Word, and by praying specifically about any obstacles in your life.

One of the reasons you may feel like you're losing your sense of self and your faith is because depression can cast a shadow on everything, including your faith. Depression can make you feel hopeless, empty, and desperate, leading you to hide from God and your friends. However, this is not a sign of a lack of faith, but rather a sign that you need to submit your inner spiritual nature to the life of Jesus. When you do this, your understanding will be perfectly clear, and you will be able to see God's providential care in your life. It's essential to remember that faith is not about how you feel, but about trusting in God's promises, even when things don't make sense.

To grow your faith, you need to continually exercise it in the realities of life. This means taking a leap of faith into God's provision, even when it's hard to do. You must learn to look for the explanation in your spirit, your true inner nature, rather than in your mind. When you do this, you will be able to see God's plan and purpose in your life, and your faith will grow stronger. As the Bible says, "The testing of your faith produces patience... that you may be perfect and complete, lacking in nothing" (James 1:4). So, don't give up on your faith, even when it doesn't seem to work. Keep praying, reading God's Word, and trusting in His promises, and your faith will grow stronger over time.