Murder, Death and Suicide – Part 4

Murder, Death and Suicide – What does the Bible say about it? – Part 4

All are affected by death, all ages and all demographics. As the Bible says, “We are all pronounced once to die” (Hebrews 9:27). I have been affected by death and suicidal thoughts…, especially during some of the most trying times in life, as a growing adolescent and into my young adulthood. And these thoughts are not unique to this generation, as the Bible says, “There is nothing new under the sun” (Ecclesiastes 1:9). So what are we to do about these types of thoughts and the topic of death in general? This week I will discuss the topic of death, using the Bible as the go to reference book of choice…cont’d.

Last, there are various reasons’ why we might want to quicken our leave from this world, and one of them could be because of our guilt from sins we have committed or possibly, from something we feel ashamed of that someone else has done to us. Two things can be said about this; first, God knows your thoughts, and everything that has happened to you in your life, intimately (Psalm 139:2). And two, God loves you! He is always with you, waiting with “open arms” to forgive, and/or heal and comfort you (Deuteronomy 30:19, Jeremiah 29:11, John 10:10). He is our protector and comforter (Isaiah 41:10). If you are struggling with some past or present experience and need help, go to Him in prayer first, submitting all of your cares, troubles and worries to Him and ask Him for His Holy Spirit to heal, protect and make His home in you and when or if needed, for somebody here on earth to open up to for the human side of God’s divine healing touch! And last give God the glory and praise and thanksgiving for the life He has given you to experience in all of His glory (Genesis 1:27, 1 Thess. 5:18)!

Darrell

Seven Steps to Freedom

Murder, Death and Suicide – Part 3

Murder, Death and Suicide – What does the Bible say about it? – Part 3

All are affected by death, all ages and all demographics. As the Bible says, “We are all pronounced once to die” (Hebrews 9:27). I have been affected by death and suicidal thoughts…, especially during some of the most trying times in life, as a growing adolescent and into my young adulthood. And these thoughts are not unique to this generation, as the Bible says, “There is nothing new under the sun” (Ecclesiastes 1:9). So what are we to do about these types of thoughts and the topic of death in general? This week I will discuss the topic of death, using the Bible as the go to reference book of choice…cont’d.

To leave this world, is not necessarily an abnormal desire either. There are many versus in the Bible that talk about looking for another country, another place, heaven, etc. where everything will be more “peaceful” (Hebrews 11:14-16). But taking control of that desire ourselves without submitting to the will of God, is not necessarily the best option. As the Bible says, “…though I give my body to be burned, and have not charity, it profits me nothing.” (1 Corinthians 13:3 KJV). I have heard multiples times during my life the advice, “you need to forgive yourself”. This indeed is great advice, but it can be easier said than done, try it, if it works great, but if not, ask God to help or better yet do it for you! Most importantly, put your faith in Christ. He is the way to eternal life and peace in your body, mind and soul on earth and in “heaven” and eventually in all of us, God willing!

More to come…

Darrell

Seven Steps to Freedom

Murder, Death and Suicide – Part 2

Murder, Death and Suicide – What does the Bible say about it? – Part 2

All are affected by death, all ages and all demographics. As the Bible says, “We are all pronounced once to die” (Hebrews 9:27). I have been affected by death and suicidal thoughts…, especially during some of the most trying times in life, as a growing adolescent and into my young adulthood. And these thoughts are not unique to this generation, as the Bible says, “There is nothing new under the sun” (Ecclesiastes 1:9). So what are we to do about these types of thoughts and the topic of death in general? This week I will discuss the topic of death, using the Bible as the go to reference book of choice…cont’d.

Jesus said one statement about how we ought to think about our lives, in comparison to our relationship with Him that may on some level explain the “extreme” thoughts that may come into our heads about taking our own lives. He said, “If anyone comes to me and does not hate … their own life–such a person cannot be my disciple.” (Luke 14:26). Now of course He was not talking about committing suicide, because how could those apostles be disciples of Jesus at the time or at any time if they took their lives, before they learned what it means to actually live for Jesus? But the point is, Jesus is not asking us to “kill” ourselves literally, but to give our own life; soul, mind and body, to Him. So that we can be used for His glory in this world! Which is a form of dying, not to God and our own spirit, but to the world and its ways and our own selfish desires of human control, this is the key. Sometimes when we are struggling with thoughts of murder, death or suicide, the most important thing we need to do is reach out to God in prayer, and submit our minds, bodies and souls to Him for deliverance. Not trusting in our own actions to calm our temporary “torment” of the mind or body (Proverbs 3:5, 6, Philippians 3:8-11). Because, Jesus is the great physician of the Mind, Body and Soul!

More to come…

Darrell

Seven Steps to Freedom

Murder, Death and Suicide – Part 1

Murder, Death and Suicide – What does the Bible say about it? – Part 1

All are affected by death, all ages and all demographics. As the Bible says, “We are all pronounced once to die” (Hebrews 9:27). I have been affected by death and suicidal thoughts…, especially during some of the most trying times in life, as a growing adolescent and into my young adulthood. And these thoughts are not unique to this generation, as the Bible says, “There is nothing new under the sun” (Ecclesiastes 1:9). So what are we to do about these types of thoughts and the topic of death in general? This week I will discuss the topic of death, using the Bible as the go to reference book of choice.

First, as I had said, I have struggled with thoughts of death at times in my years as an adolescent growing up and during my young adulthood. But are we alone in these thoughts compared to other “normal” people? Well in fact, there are a few stories in the Bible that mention a person’s struggle with death and suicidal thoughts. Job seems to be the first obvious one (Job 3:11). David also struggled with his existence as well (Psalm 22). And Jonah was so frustrated he asked for death because of it (Jonah 4:9). So if you are struggling with the “why” of your life, then trust me you are not alone…

More to come…

Darrell

Seven Steps to Freedom