I struggle the absolute most with being “ a double minded man” (can’t remember the verse, think it’s James).
I have a hard time defining exactly what is or is not a sin.
Sometimes I also have a hard time deciding what is or is not a sin.
When I first became a believer I feel like I understood. After 15 years of studying the scripture, and the original Hebrew/greek/aramaic, and the history I actually think I’m more confused.
Confused what sin is? The Bible list them out in several places in the new testament. I think ultimately a sin is something that causes destruction in our lives or others. Like gossip, theft, deciet etc.
I think counting is pretty helpful actually. These are the ones I struggle with the most.
I've actually found the root cause of masturbation, I just have to find the others. For masturbation it's not actually lust, that was at the surface but now I realize I actually conquered it but now I struggle with feeling inadequate so I use masturbation to ease the pain. It came from a relationship that I shouldn't have been in. Ultimately the person made me feel terrible about myself and I think now I use masturbation as a cope but became addicted to it.
God's plan is a great process for overcoming all things. He provides the gift of repentance and as we choose to live one principle, He then provides more light so that we can see other things we need to overcome. Thus, we gain more and more light until we can comprehend all things.
I am working on becoming more meek. I am trying to be a better listener and focus more on the needs of others. I am not just trying to remove bad responses to offenses, but to actually have a change of heart. When my wife says or does something to irritate me, there is a desire to respond negatively in subtle ways, such as subtle sarcasm. I can now see this in myself as well as how my wife responds (like "well, I guess I will just have to do it myself".). We get along well but we can even be better and more Christlike.
The principle of repentance has become a joy. God's plan is a step by step self improvement plan.
Ask Him for the root of how those weeds are getting in and why you're allowing them to grow.
For example: Gluttony is from greed and that's because you fear lack. You may even have a miser spirit hanging around.
God is a God of abundance and wants you to be content with just enough (not lack) and with abundance. Ask Him to show you and start to do a Bible study where He can show you stuff. It's exciting.
Pride and lust are big ones to me. I see an attractive woman, I can't help but check her out, but the intrusive thoughts are the worst. I don't know if this qualifies, but I am a cook and love creating delicious foods. I don't like over-indulging and I quite drinking years ago, but creating a healthy meal to perfection is something I take a lot of pride in. I know it's a worldly thing, but it's one of my few guilty pleasures.
Definitely lust, primarily fornication. I ended up corrupting myself very young--so young that it's a genuine struggle for me to stay a week without falling back into the same cycle. Aside from lust (which I am combating more easily now since I'm fighting with God), I generally tend to overindulge in food. Also trying to cut down on that.
I struggle with lust, specifically pornagraphy. My brother got my hooked on it around 7 years old and it’s been rooted in my life ever since. I’ve tried multiple times to cut it away but it always claws its way back.
I also struggle mightily with gossip. And certainly pride. Where I think I know better. I had a breakthrough spiritually this summer and actually had no desire for porn for about 3 months. Then one huge argument with my wife and I stumbled into it again. It’s funny, I’m actually devouring the word more than I ever have in my life since the summer and it’s been exposing all sorts of things in me that I need forgiveness for.
What’s different now than in the past is as soon as I sin and I recognize it I’ve been immediately repenting and asking forgiveness for it. It’s truly despairing at times how truly wicked we are on the inside.
Resentment. I internally “condemn” others. I reached this conclusion in prayer that ‘hurting Electronic_Half_9982’ is NOT the unforgivable sin. Even though I don’t want to believe I display it outwardly, it’s there festering deep and I can only imagine how much it’s robbing me spiritually and interpersonally
Lust and coveting
Oh I struggled with Lust also but from my experience it might be from feelings of inadequacy or some void amd not just Lust.
I struggle the absolute most with being “ a double minded man” (can’t remember the verse, think it’s James).
I have a hard time defining exactly what is or is not a sin.
Sometimes I also have a hard time deciding what is or is not a sin.
When I first became a believer I feel like I understood. After 15 years of studying the scripture, and the original Hebrew/greek/aramaic, and the history I actually think I’m more confused.
Galatians 5:16-23
Confused what sin is? The Bible list them out in several places in the new testament. I think ultimately a sin is something that causes destruction in our lives or others. Like gossip, theft, deciet etc.
Pride is actually the worst and mostly always hidden. Deceptive spirits are deceptive lol
We should always confess pride.
lust of eyes. (I practice trying to appreciate people regardlsss how they look)
Think about being financial independent all the time. Chase after money。
By the way, don’t count your sins. Find the root causes, keep thinking about your sin won’t help find the root causes and tackle.
I think counting is pretty helpful actually. These are the ones I struggle with the most.
I've actually found the root cause of masturbation, I just have to find the others. For masturbation it's not actually lust, that was at the surface but now I realize I actually conquered it but now I struggle with feeling inadequate so I use masturbation to ease the pain. It came from a relationship that I shouldn't have been in. Ultimately the person made me feel terrible about myself and I think now I use masturbation as a cope but became addicted to it.
Pride, I recently discovered, I thought I was so humble lol
Distraction, not putting God first. Trying to control things due to anxiety and not putting enough trust in God
I have the same thing + laziness. How do you deal with this?
I struggle with laziness and gluttony constantly
Lust and laziness...
Gossip :(
Omg, wait till I tell everyone about this!
Substance misuse
God's plan is a great process for overcoming all things. He provides the gift of repentance and as we choose to live one principle, He then provides more light so that we can see other things we need to overcome. Thus, we gain more and more light until we can comprehend all things.
I am working on becoming more meek. I am trying to be a better listener and focus more on the needs of others. I am not just trying to remove bad responses to offenses, but to actually have a change of heart. When my wife says or does something to irritate me, there is a desire to respond negatively in subtle ways, such as subtle sarcasm. I can now see this in myself as well as how my wife responds (like "well, I guess I will just have to do it myself".). We get along well but we can even be better and more Christlike.
The principle of repentance has become a joy. God's plan is a step by step self improvement plan.
The real question should be to God.
Ask Him for the root of how those weeds are getting in and why you're allowing them to grow.
For example: Gluttony is from greed and that's because you fear lack. You may even have a miser spirit hanging around.
God is a God of abundance and wants you to be content with just enough (not lack) and with abundance. Ask Him to show you and start to do a Bible study where He can show you stuff. It's exciting.
I really don’t like people lol
Pride, not following my fasting/Prayer rule and lack of forgiveness are frequent topics in confession for me.
distrust and pride, since Im scared that my sins are so bad that God won't forgive me but I know it's just my OCD making my think like that
Lust
List & gluttony.
Pride and lust are big ones to me. I see an attractive woman, I can't help but check her out, but the intrusive thoughts are the worst. I don't know if this qualifies, but I am a cook and love creating delicious foods. I don't like over-indulging and I quite drinking years ago, but creating a healthy meal to perfection is something I take a lot of pride in. I know it's a worldly thing, but it's one of my few guilty pleasures.
Lust, masturbation
Anger, impatience, and pettiness
What would you say worrying would be or being anxious.
Definitely lust, primarily fornication. I ended up corrupting myself very young--so young that it's a genuine struggle for me to stay a week without falling back into the same cycle. Aside from lust (which I am combating more easily now since I'm fighting with God), I generally tend to overindulge in food. Also trying to cut down on that.
Dirt of the lips. I don’t say it but I get pretty bitter sometimes.
Sex covet wrath
Greed
Lust. Which feels even more wrong as a woman for some reason. I guess because it’s not as common
Pride
Thou shall Love
The amazing promise of Jesus is that we cannot overcome, BUT he sets free from our sin (john 8:36) if we have a contrite heart.
Focus not on comparing others sin to your. Focus on comparing Jesus's promise with what you currently have
Lust and unbelief.
I struggle with lust, specifically pornagraphy. My brother got my hooked on it around 7 years old and it’s been rooted in my life ever since. I’ve tried multiple times to cut it away but it always claws its way back.
I also struggle mightily with gossip. And certainly pride. Where I think I know better. I had a breakthrough spiritually this summer and actually had no desire for porn for about 3 months. Then one huge argument with my wife and I stumbled into it again. It’s funny, I’m actually devouring the word more than I ever have in my life since the summer and it’s been exposing all sorts of things in me that I need forgiveness for.
What’s different now than in the past is as soon as I sin and I recognize it I’ve been immediately repenting and asking forgiveness for it. It’s truly despairing at times how truly wicked we are on the inside.
Lust, coveting, and currently jealousy.
Resentment. I internally “condemn” others. I reached this conclusion in prayer that ‘hurting Electronic_Half_9982’ is NOT the unforgivable sin. Even though I don’t want to believe I display it outwardly, it’s there festering deep and I can only imagine how much it’s robbing me spiritually and interpersonally
Pride and lust, forgive me lord
Lust addiction and sloth
Pornography, that's all actually, but it's VERY difficult.
Rage, hatred and unforgiving.
Jealousy and greed.
Lust and lack of prayer, watchfulness and self-control.
Gluttony.