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I'm 11 years old, and my name is Hazel. I have been having a hard time knowing if im actually saved. I have told Jesus I accept him as my Lord and Savior. But I feel like nothing had changed. I've rededicated my life to him a few times because I truly have no idea if im really saved. I've also prayed for an answer. Please tell me ways I can grow closer to jesus, and ways I can tell if I've been saved. Thank you all. Have a blessed day 🙏 ✨️
Ok! I get that!
Hey! I javent talked to you in a while. I've been on the hunt for a way to examine my faith, or questions about my faith i can answer to see if I have genuine faith. I can't seem to find anything, and if I do, it's the same questions over, and over. Do you think you could give me 5-10 questions about faith, and when I get back to you, let me know if anything seems good, or even bad? Thanks
Hey! I javent talked to you in a while. I've been on the hunt for a way to examine my faith, or questions about my faith i can answer to see if I have genuine faith. I can't seem to find anything, and if I do, it's the same questions over, and over. Do you think you could give me 5-10 questions about faith, and when I get back to you, let me know if anything seems good, or even bad? Thanks
Hey again! How do I know ive surrendered fully to god
How do I live by God's word and not my feelings
You’re welcome Hazel. Thank you so much for your kind words. I believe the same about you. I admire your zeal to understand your faith. You want the truth, I can see that in you. I know you truly desire Jesus and are genuine. God has planned a bright future for you, don’t forget! I’ll still be here to answer any questions you may have at any time.
Thanks so so much! ❤️
I've been praying for a dream from god. Last night I THINK i got one. In my dream: I had saw an inappropriate picture, and was so convicted, I was walking home, and started crying because I felt so bad, and I started to ask for forgiveness. That's all I really remember. Do have any ideas what this could mean, or is this just straight up?
Your faith seems genuine, but I cannot be the judge of that, I am not worthy. Only God is. The only thing is that you don’t have to follow God because you are afraid of Hell. God has not given you a spirit of fear. Tell him you’re afraid.
Ok! Thanks so so much J B! I really believe that God sent you to help me. You're the only one who is responding to my messages! And your the only one who will go in depth with these answers genuinely trying to help. I can see you are definitely a follower of Christ because of the love and passion you have toward others. 😊 thanks for everything 🙏
Some bad motives for following God would be for money, power, fame, friends, a job, etc. As Christians there’s nothing wrong with pursuing God because we need clarity or help in a certain area, but that should not be the primary reason we desire to walk with God. God is so much more than what he has to offer.
Well.. I guess i never even knew that people followed him for fame and money purposes. My top 4 reasons why I follow God are: im scared of heck. Because he lovs us and died for us. Because i love him. And Because I've seen what he has done good for us. If anything seems bad, let me know.
Is anything here bad?
Take some time to think about your motives. Why do you worship God? Why do you believe in Jesus? Ask yourself these questions. What do I expect from God? Am I using God for my own agenda? If you find any wrong motive, pray to God and be open and honest. Repent and ask for forgiveness, and then for a pure heart (Psalm 51) At the end of the day, only God knows what’s in your heart and why you want to be with him.
I will do that. What would some bad motives be, or ones that The Lord wouldn't want us to have
That is great Hazel! Just remember that following God is a journey, trust in him no matter what. Soon, God is going to deliver you from fear and you will become courageous and brave. I believe it.
You do? Thanks!
How do I know my faith is genuine
Pray to God to see him for who he is and for a change of heart. Most importantly, be honest with him and tell him everything; he knows how you feel. The saying that you heard is correct. As Christians, we should be pursuing God for who he is and his precious heart, not out of fear or worldly lust. Jesus doesn’t want you to be gripped with fear or overwhelming emotions. Hell is a real place, outside of this dimension. It was originally created for Satan and his angels due to their rebellion and arrogance against God. God never intended to place us humans in Hell. Yet, unfortunately, many people choose not to follow God and be with him; because of that, God can do nothing else but condemn them. Do not be afraid, I urge you to see God for who he is. He’s not evil, waiting for you to fall so that then he can judge you and condemn you. God is loving, sweet, Holy, and gentle. He keeps on pursuing you despite anything. In the Bible it says he leaves the 99 to find the one. Don’t be afraid, focus on God for who he is. All will be well.
❤️ thank you so so so much J B!
I also know that god is on my side to. And im still doubtful. He has given me signs, and he has given me total peace. Like 2 days ago, I was completely horrified about judgment day, and I was terrified to read about it in Matthew, and last night I prayed that he will help me understand it, and I wasn't afraid. And i can say that im not as relieved as I was last night, but there is some sense of peace in me. Yesterday I prayed that God would give me assurance of my salvation, and/or give me peace so I wouldn't be scared of judgment day, and I am not as scared as I usually am.
I also know that god is on my side to. And im still doubtful. He has given me signs, and he has given me total peace. Like 2 days ago, I was completely horrified about judgment day, and I was terrified to read about it in Matthew, and last night I prayed that he will help me understand it, and I wasn't afraid. And i can say that im not as relieved as I was last night, but there is some sense of peace in me. Yesterday I prayed that God would give me assurance of my salvation, and/or give me peace so I wouldn't be scared of judgment day, and I am not as scared as I usually am.
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Of course! I’m happy to help you!:)
I saw something today saying, that if your following jesus because your scared to go to hell you aren't following him for the right reason. If im being honest thats like 50% of the reason why im following him. I think. I thought about it and said to myself, "yeah, im scared of hell, but I love hesus" but I also think im partially following him because I dont want his punishment. And i dont know how to switch my mindset.
I saw something today saying, that if your following jesus because your scared to go to hell you aren't following him for the right reason. If im being honest thats like 50% of the reason why im following him. I think. I thought about it and said to myself, "yeah, im scared of hell, but I love hesus" but I also think im partially following him because I dont want his punishment. And i dont know how to switch my mindset.
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Don't be sorry. You have clearly been reading your Bible. Thabks for everything 😊
"If you declare with your mouth, "Jesus is Lord," and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved. For it is with your heart that you believe and are justified, and it is with your mouth that you profess your faith and are saved."
Want a deeper explanation?
Dreams of all sorts are interesting, I know I’ve had my fair share of weird dreams. When it comes to interpreting a dream, we should always approach it with prayer. Though remember, Not Every Dream Comes from God. I’ve heard of 3 different types of dreams . Dreams from your soul, dreams from Satan, and dreams from God. Though I need to do more research and reading on it, I cannot tell you for sure. I recommend you pray and ask God for interpretation and confirmation on whether the dream was from him. Continue to seek God and I’m sure he will make it clear for you. But I don’t want to give you an answer that I’m not 100% sure on.