Sunday, 13 September 2009
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Hitting a brick wall
I feel like I keep hitting the same brick wall over and over again. (my head hurts) = -)
My family keeps saying the same thing over and over again. asking the same questions again and again and again-{about religion and God} & then still don't believe a word I say. They don't believe me, The Bible or anyone else who is christian. I'm so weary.
I guess it's true what they say. they don't hear until they're ready to listen. Argg!
My family are all unsaved and so judgemental and critical. Hating those who are christian,who love God and Jesus. I'm at a loss for words (hard to believe? tis true)
I'm woried about my family and don't know what to do or say anymore. Could use prayer for them from anyone willing to give a moment of your time.
They have even gone as far as to say they wish I would die and pray that I would burn in hell (this will be the only time they pray and what a prayer huh?) And My mom and sister are giving me the works because I cover my head and I have never heard such condemnation from them. I'm totally worn out mentally. They are now judging me on head coverings, how I talk , walk ,act, what clothes I wear etc...
Does anyone have a comforting word for a sister losing it. It's been so hard these last few months that I'm at my wits end. could use a hug .
Well I have vented a bit and will hopefully b back on in a day or so to give a little more info on what 's going on, not much today , saddened by what is happening to me at the present. God Bless everyone and hope to hear from you all soon.
Much Love
marybeth
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Comments (2)
Dear Sister,
I do understand your feelings of exasperation. From my experience, witnessing to those of our own family is the most difficult, most challenging and takes the most time. For my husband and I, it took about 20 years before our faith had stood the test of time in their eyes and gained their respect. Within those 20 years, my father disowned me as his daughter (entirely) and lived with our family after a stroke; my husband's family called us "crazy", then later asked us to care for our nephews for a summer. My father accepted the Lord as his Savior the last week of his life, during which we had the privilege to be with him, singing, praying and reading God's Word. We have a close and respectful relationship with my husbands folks, although their connection to Christ is unsure. This verse came to mind as I read your post: "Conduct yourselves with wisdom toward outsiders, making the most of the opportunity." Colossians 4:5 (NASB) Also, this one in 1 Peter 3:15 "but sanctify Christ as Lord in your hearts, always being ready to make
a defense to everyone who asks you to give an account for the hope that
is in you, yet with gentleness and reverence;"
The gentleness and respect part is really important, I've learned the hard way. I will pray for you in this grand adventure of standing for Truth. Remember Jesus' words in Mark 6:4 "Jesus said to them, "A prophet is not without honor except in his
hometown and among his own relatives and in his own household.""
God bless you,
Leslie
@wetherill@xanga - thank you so much for understanding and replying. It means so much to know you will pray for me . It's also good to hear from someone who has had a similar experience with these difficulties. I am so glad you posted those verses as they had slipped my mind at the present time. They are ever so helpful. God Bless you dear sister-in-Christ. Thank you.