Author Topic: I'm hurt'n and need prayers...... (Read 5506 times)

RaybowTx · « **Reply #20 on:** August 06, 2009, 09:47:00 PM »

Doc, Thank You. That is something I've never thought about. I want things to be right in my life and then of course realize all the baggage I'm carrying and all the messess I've caused and there I go into self condemnation. Self condemnation is a big killer for me. I'm a very sensitive and emotional type but very selfish as well. I can't thank all yall enough and I will give yall an update soon.....Ray...

BDann · « **Reply #21 on:** August 07, 2009, 07:27:00 AM »

Ray,

Hang in there, prayers sent. Celebrate Recovery is a great program for hurts, hang ups and addictions. Real people hanging out and helping each other... I know the Austin area has several churches with programs. If you want help finding one I can help.

BenBow · « **Reply #22 on:** August 07, 2009, 09:36:00 AM »

Dang Ray you sound like your describing me. Your not alone and God loves us anyway. Hey don't you like working on a tough project and getting it done right. Well God's no different with us. Hang in there He doesn't give up. Praying for all of us.

Doc Nock · « **Reply #23 on:** August 08, 2009, 10:35:00 AM »

Ray,

Might I recommend a neat paperback? Gary Thomas wrote: "Authentic Faith: The Power of a Fire-Tested Life". He has several helpful small books that don't cost a lot and do not take forever to read. Just a long time to grasp and put in our hearts at times!

He has considerable to say about how we tend to see a sin within, give it to God and then expect an overnight miracle and when we fall back, we beat ourselves so badly, we just give up figuring "no use, I will never will change...and God must hate me".

And that is the Liar, the Deceiver doing his best work when we hear that..worse, when we believe it! Don't!

Listen to Benson. Lord knows our heart, not our failures. Forgiveness is forever and starts within!

A wheel goes in circles for ever, but with just a gentle push, as it turns, it moves forward.

Keep moving forward with the Son in your eyes!

Smallwood · « **Reply #24 on:** August 08, 2009, 03:20:00 PM »

prayers sent

longbow55 · « **Reply #25 on:** August 11, 2009, 09:36:00 PM »

I personally never had any use for alcohol, but we all have our hang ups in one way or another. Ask God for help, I'll be praying for you on this end.

GRAYBEARD · « **Reply #26 on:** August 12, 2009, 03:21:00 PM »

STAY STRONG! YOU HAVE TAKEN THE COURAGEOUS FIRST STEP. YOU CAN BEAT THIS AND KNOW THAT YOU ARE NOT ALONE.

Doc Nock · « **Reply #27 on:** August 22, 2009, 06:06:00 PM »

Prayers continue. Failure is the human condition but God's Grace renews us in hope!

Keep the Son in your eyes!

oceano · « **Reply #28 on:** August 22, 2009, 11:35:00 PM »

I used to drink heavily while in the Marines, and it has taken me years to slow it down enough to enjoy myself. I'm not religious or christian, but I do offer you my thoughts and support.

Good luck with your decision to slow down or stop all together, as you are the only boss of you and you have the full right to stop when ever you are ready. Every one has a weakness, but some of us use it to better ourselves..

jer11bravo · « **Reply #29 on:** August 23, 2009, 05:11:00 PM »

Prayers from sterling Ill. I never had a problem with alchol I just dont drink. but thats not to say I dont have problems with other stuff, things I perfer not to discuss. I no when ever I feel I need the mind altering substances in my life, I just start talking to GOD and praying and praying. After a short time the feelings just seem to drift away. And I feel so much better, we all have trials in are lifes. And I feel these trials just bring me closer to GOD.

Smallwood · « **Reply #30 on:** August 25, 2009, 04:18:00 PM »

Still prayin for ya Ray ...

joevan125 · « **Reply #31 on:** August 28, 2009, 10:32:00 PM »

Ray

Been there and done it my friend and i would have never made it without my AA family. When you feel like you just cant take it anymore go get yourself some help. You know what im talking about.

RaybowTx · « **Reply #32 on:** August 31, 2009, 09:23:00 PM »

Thanx yall..

I ran into my sponsor Saturday morniing and we're getting back on track. For those whom don't know the need for a sponsor, it is for people like me that need someone to hold me accoutable and he does do that. Thats why I haven't talk to him in a few months. So I'm trying to get lined out again..Thanx for yalls support and prayers. Ray........

Doc Nock · « **Reply #33 on:** September 01, 2009, 08:36:00 PM »

You didn't get where you are in a day...you won't get out of the soup in a day either.

God loves you. Keep on keepin on. One day at a time!

Keep the Son in your eyes, Ray!

George D. Stout · « **Reply #34 on:** September 03, 2009, 09:05:00 PM »

Prayers from our home Raybow....keep the faith.

T Folts · « **Reply #35 on:** September 04, 2009, 09:05:00 AM »

Ray
I have been involved in a Christ center recovery group for almost 4 years now, it is called Celebrate Recovery. I think it can be a great recource for you I sent you a PM.
Prayers sent
Terry

RaybowTx · « **Reply #36 on:** September 04, 2009, 09:11:00 PM »

Thanks to all.......I appreciate the encouragement and I can feel the sincerity from those that only need to know the needs and not the person needing them and praying in a blind sort of way that I believe is Christ like. I started this thread just looking for a few in response as this is a subject that is not looked at and mostly ignored.
I'd like for yall to let this thread slide down as there are many that need prayer as well. I'll give an update later. And I'll be honest in whats happening in the 'life of an addicted Christian'...........Thanx to all.....Ray....

Davo · « **Reply #37 on:** September 05, 2009, 01:49:00 AM »

May today there be peace within
May you trust God that you are exactly where you are meant to be
May you not forget the ifinite possibilities that are born of faith
may you use those gifts that you have recieved and pass on the love that has been given to you
may you be content knowing you are a child of God.
Let this presence settle into your bones and allow your soul the freedom to sing dance and praise and love
It is there for each and every one of us.

RaybowTx · « **Reply #38 on:** July 25, 2010, 12:41:00 PM »

Hello All.

Sorry for the late response but all things happen in God's time and I felt I should share today.
I haven't had a drink since December 2nd.
The divine intervention through Alcoholics Anonomous got me back on track with my realationship with God. I never knew I had so many issues that were really me, reguardles of what people have done or said to or about me. I learned that there is more than words and prayers to a changed life, that I have to do something about it and God meets me with his hand.
Since my last drink God has removed the compulsion to drink. Which has been a problem for the last 27 years. I have learned that this life is not only about me and that there are others that need my help out not expecting something in return.(thats hard to do)
I have been blessed more in the last 7 months than I have my whole life.(because I can see now)
I could go on and on about my changed life but I know yall can see the picture.
Yes, my recovery is Christ centered and I have had an inner rededication to him. I have alot of mess to clean up, but that will come in God's time. Words cannot explain the happiness of my family and friends.
All in all through out all my life of 45 years if this saves one life then it is worth the journey. And today I do live one day at a time.

Hooked · « **Reply #39 on:** July 25, 2010, 10:07:00 PM »

Praise the Lord! All we have to do is surrender to him, which is easy to say but sometimes very hard to do!

Stick with it and Him, Ray!

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