xPiercethenikki Posted January 15, 2013 Share Posted January 15, 2013 I've never really gone to church.. I mean I did, once.. When I was little, so I hardly remember it. Nor' have I ever been too big in religion. I've always thought as myself as agnostic.. In December, I went to a church a half an hour away from home. It's not your typical YOU NEED TO FOLLOW THIS, church. It was Cross roads, a church that doesn't care if you're atheist, agnostic, christian, catholic; they welcome you with open arms. I went there, to watch this HUGE Christmas show about the birth of Jesus. .. It was absolutely fantastic, and I've decided to defiantly come back next year. But before going I had talked to an acquaintance of mine who is a daily at the church. She recommend that I should go to the small group they have there.. Lately, I have been feeling quite down, not as depressed as I used to feel... but close to it. My boyfriend's really the only thing that keep's me okay. Many have suggested that I should read more/get into religion, and "find god" .. I honestly don't know what to do anymore. Link to post Share on other sites
M30USA Posted January 15, 2013 Share Posted January 15, 2013 The Bible says that God is near to those who are crushed in spirit. 2 Link to post Share on other sites
TaraMaiden Posted January 15, 2013 Share Posted January 15, 2013 Yes, but unfortunately, even some of the most devout Christians seem to forget that when they feel hurt, and don't seem to respond to that in an entirely typically Christian way.... xpiercethenikki The main thing you're going to have to evaluate is whether this is a desire coming from the Mind or the Heart. If it's from the Mind, then it's speaking to you in a logical way. if it's from the heart, you're trying to fill a gap... It happens. people look for gap-fillers, even while in a relationship; for many women, it's shopping, or some vocational outside distraction/entertainment, like yoga classes or taking up an obsessive hobby... Is this need for a community acceptance because you're embellishing your life - or finding something to bridge a space...? Link to post Share on other sites
pie2 Posted January 17, 2013 Share Posted January 17, 2013 But before going I had talked to an acquaintance of mine who is a daily at the church. She recommend that I should go to the small group they have there.. I agree with your friend, in that gaining some attachments with others in a smaller setting would be good . I hope you do continue to go to the church...I think that, if you keep looking, you can find the freedom you need. But... Lately, I have been feeling quite down, not as depressed as I used to feel... but close to it. My boyfriend's really the only thing that keep's me okay. Even if you decide not to continue going to church, I think you do need to do some soul-searching. Your boyfriend shouldn't be the one to "keep you ok". It seems like you're looking at him to be your savior, or to fill you up, rather than focusing on becoming a self-sufficient woman . Link to post Share on other sites
ImperfectionisBeauty Posted January 17, 2013 Share Posted January 17, 2013 My depression has and does lead me further from God, it is easy to have faith when things are great but when they start sucking is when I have an issue Link to post Share on other sites
pureinheart Posted January 17, 2013 Share Posted January 17, 2013 My depression has and does lead me further from God, it is easy to have faith when things are great but when they start sucking is when I have an issue (((((((((((hugs)))))))))) Love, it did me for awhile too, just so frustrated and hopeless at times, but right now He's pulling me out. It's taking time this time, no quick fixes, just a slow process of returning to my first love. Actually have to say that in the past when things were great at times that would lead me from God, it was always the hardship that drew me back to Him. You have my prayers IB.... 1 Link to post Share on other sites
bentnotbroken Posted January 17, 2013 Share Posted January 17, 2013 I don't think I got closer to God the more depressed I got. I think I went inward and didn't look for His help. I also believe that faith is one of a multi pronged approach to dealing with depression. Link to post Share on other sites
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