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I am 16 years old and I have never told anyone because I am ashamed, but I think I suffer from depression. Last August, after some Christian camps, I managed to have a relationship with God, but then with the start of school, I stopped meditating and praying, both because of distractions and because of the fear of not truly believing. I started to feel bad, and I have always kept this discomfort inside me along with the guilt because I had the desire to be baptized, but then, as I said, I stopped praying, etc. I could no longer pray or establish a connection with God. A couple of days ago, in a panic, I managed to ask God for forgiveness for all the things I had done and because I am a sinner by nature, and I promised Him that from that day on, I would put Him first and start praying. Regarding this... I still don't feel a connection, but I am trusting in God, so I will continue to pray for Him to speak to me and stay close to me, removing suffering (if it is His will), temptation, and distractions. I wrote here to "vent" but above all to have support in prayer. So if you want, pray for me, to keep me away from temptations, and not to let me be overcome by discouragement and illness, and pray for this connection that I seek so much, because I have seen what God does in the lives of those who follow Him, and I also desire all that peace that I have perceived. In a week, I will start two Christian camps, and I hope with all my heart that God will speak to me. This app is so encouraging, and seeing that other believers have the same doubts/fears is reassuring. Thank you.

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Darth
Darth Vader 3 months ago
Hey man I’m sorry to hear what you’re going through but always remember Philippians 4:13 I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me. You got this the walk is not an easy one we will stumble we will fall but what matters is that you get back up again. I don’t know you but I do know that you are gods creation and he loves you. So don’t give up you got this Godspeed my friend 😀
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Darth
Darth Vader 3 months ago
Hey man I’m sorry to hear what you’re going through but always remember Philippians 4:13 I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me. You got this the walk is not an easy one we will stumble we will fall but what matters is that you get back up again. I don’t know you but I do know that you are gods creation and he loves you. So don’t give up you got this Godspeed my friend 😀
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Taylin Minor 3 months ago
I am so sorry to hear you are suffering. After reading your story I immediately can see where the enemy is operating. Always be aware of when the eminent is trying to move. How ever God has the power to help you resist. John 4:7 states resist the enemy and he WILL flee. The enemy has already been defeated. Keep speaking to Him. His promise to us his that he will NEVER leave nor forsake. There are times we may not feel His manifested presence but he is always near the Act on the cross gave us that connection and the Holy Spirit to live within us to call on the Lord whenever.. I want to pray over you. Dear Heavenly Father lift your child up to you. Has they suffered and battles against the spirit of depression, the stronghold the enemy has tried to use against them. Remind them of your peace and you joy. In the name of Jesus I rebuke the enemies schemes and may NO weapon that is. Formed against them shall prosper. In your hands there’s peace. In your hands there’s comfort. Lord I pray you keep them and give them the strength , the mental strength and spiritual strength the fight. I pray that you keep the desire in their heart to be baptized speak loudly to them. Lord God in times of u believe place on their heart to come to you honestly and ask for help. Your promise is that you will never leave us and that there is nothing and NO ONE. That can take us from the your hand John 10:28. I seal this praying the mighty name of Jesus, AMEN
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Bible Verse for this Prayer

Philippians 4:6-7

Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.

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