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Your Question:

Why did I have to lose my sense of self, and my family, and my business?

Answer:

My friend, I can sense the pain and struggle in your words. As someone who has walked through similar valleys, I want to share with you what I've learned. You see, when we lose our sense of self, family, and business, it's often because we've been trying to disavow responsibility for ourselves. We make excuses like "I'm just a product of my genetics" or "I was raised that way." But the truth is, we have the power to choose and to take responsibility for our lives.

As I reflect on my own journey, I realize that I had to confront my own hypocrisy and phoniness. I was pretending to be someone I wasn't, and that led to anger, hatred, and despair. But when I began to talk to myself rather than listen to my own voices of hopelessness, things started to change. I started to speak different Scriptures to myself, and I began to see things from a new perspective. I realized that I wasn't the center of the universe, and that my worth and identity came from God, not from my accomplishments or failures.

In my own life, I've learned that taking responsibility for myself and my actions is key to growth and change. As a pastor, I've seen many people struggle with similar issues, and I've seen them find freedom and healing when they take ownership of their lives. So, my friend, I encourage you to take a hard look at yourself and your circumstances. Ask yourself what's holding you back, and what steps you can take to take responsibility for your life. It won't be easy, but I promise you that it will be worth it.

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christian theology
millard erickson
depression
edward welch
on guard
william lane craig
sacred marriage
gary thomas
my utmost for his highest
oswald chambers
building dynamic faith
jerry falwell
basic christianity
john stott

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